Workshop Mechanic

Mansell Recruitment Group Plc; Cherwell District; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical Workshop Technician in Cherwell District, UK. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in building, repairing, and overhauling engines, and will possess a recognized engineering qualification. This position offers a salary between £28,000 and £38,000 per annum, depending on experience. The role focuses on maintaining quality standards in a busy workshop environment and includes responsibilities like tool maintenance and adherence to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience in a workshop or production environment.
• Strong practical working knowledge of engines.
• Good communication skills for effective teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble engines and products according to instructions.
• Carry out repairs and overhauls of customer products.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas.
• Support continuous improvement in build standards.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge of engines

Team collaboration

Health and safety understanding

Education

Recognised engineering qualification

Tools

Forklift

Job description

My client is currently seeking a Mechanical Workshop Technician to join a busy production and workshop environment. This role would suit an experienced, hands‑on engineer with strong mechanical knowledge of engines and a background in workshop or production‑based roles. The position involves building, repairing, and overhauling engines and products to defined quality standards while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and assemble engines and products in line with build instructions and quality standards
• Carry out repairs and overhauls of customer products as required
• Accurately record working hours using time and attendance systems
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation
• Follow all health & safety procedures and safe working practices
• Support continuous improvement in build standards, systems, and workshop efficiency
• Drive company vehicles when required to collect or deliver parts and equipment
• Assist with additional workshop and production tasks as needed

The Candidate

• Holds a recognised engineering qualification
• Experience in a workshop or production environment
• Practical working knowledge of engines
• Strong understanding of health & safety in a workshop setting
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A counterbalance forklift licence would be desirable

£28,000 – £38,000 per annum, depending on experience.