Trainee Workshop Technician

STATS Group; Kintore; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a third-year apprentice or recent graduate for a mechanical technician role. Responsibilities include surveying, assembling, and testing tools to ensure quality and safety standards are met. Ideal candidates will possess relevant mechanical qualifications and demonstrate a positive attitude towards teamwork and flexibility in a workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Qualification in mechanical trade and understanding of assembly/testing techniques.
• Completion or working towards SVQ Level 2.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Survey, disassemble, repair, and test STATS tools and equipment.
• Maintain high-quality standards and report defects.
• Adhere to environmental, health and safety procedures.

Skills

Understanding of engineering drawings

Safe use of assembly and testing equipment

Ability to work independently

Education

Mechanical trade qualification

SVQ Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations

Working towards HNC

Tools

Inspection equipment

Assembly and testing equipment

Job description

Job Location

Kintore, Aberdeenshire, UK

Application Deadline

June 2025

Job Purpose

To survey, disassemble, repair, evaluate, assemble, and test various STATS tools and equipment, operating tools safely to ensure quality products. The role is suitable for a third-year apprentice or recent graduate with electrical/mechanical experience.

Direct Reports

• Workshop Supervisor

External Relationships

• Clients / Suppliers

Team Members

• Stores Material Coordinator, Trainees, Apprentices, and Technicians

Main Responsibilities

• Support in surveying, disassembling, repairing, evaluating, assembling, and testing tools/equipment according to STATS standards.
• Maintain high quality standards for products and services.
• Work safely to protect colleagues, visitors, and clients.
• Move materials/equipment within the shop.
• Report defects to the Workshop Supervisor.
• Ensure drawings, procedures, and instructions are up-to-date before work.
• Propose and implement new assembly and testing techniques to improve safety and productivity.
• Liaise with the Senior Technician on issues.
• Report environmental, health, and safety issues.
• Adhere to STATS standards and procedures.
• Participate in environmental, health, and safety initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Workshop Supervisor.
• Assist in creating risk assessments as needed.
• Coordinate with the Workshop Supervisor and Team Leader on material and project issues.
• Contribute to safety equipment improvements.
• Maintain stock levels and material traceability.

Individual Quality and Safety Responsibilities

• Follow STATS and client quality, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Report accidents, incidents, hazards immediately and complete relevant paperwork.

Training Requirements

• Environmental Awareness
• COSHH Awareness
• Manual Handling
• Basic STATS Internal Courses

Experience, Skills, and Knowledge

• Understanding of engineering drawings, terminology, assembly, and pressure testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Safe use of assembly and testing equipment and tools.
• Proficiency with inspection equipment.
• Knowledge of assembly and testing methods.
• Ability to work independently and plan assembly/testing processes.

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualification with understanding of assembly and pressure testing techniques.
• Completion of SVQ Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations and National Certification, or working towards HNC.

Personal Qualities

• Teamwork skills.
• Flexibility for shift work.
• Positive attitude.
• Effective use of lifting equipment.
• Understanding of environmental and safety policies.

Additional Notes

STATS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting our company objectives.