Mechanical Technician

In Cork; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Technician for a full-time onsite role at Heathrow Airport. The successful candidate will conduct quality control tests on fuel infrastructure and maintain 650 refuelling points. Ideally, candidates should have an NVQ Level 2/3 and be willing to work 24/7 shifts. The position offers a starting salary of £48,000 along with benefits such as private healthcare and an annual bonus.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

8% pension

Qualifications

• Good understanding of mechanics, preferably with process plant background.
• Full UK driving licence; HGV Class 2 or Class 1 highly advantageous.
• Basic security clearance (DBS) for airside work.

Responsibilities

• Perform Jet A-1 product quality testing and minor maintenance & inspection.
• Lead or participate in toolbox talks and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of tasks, following Jig-2 procedures.

Skills

Understanding of mechanics

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant technical qualification – NVQ Level 2/3 or higher

Tools

HGV Class 2 licence

Job description

Heathrow Airport – Mechanical Technician (Permanent)

Full‑time onsite role at Heathrow Airport. Work with fuel infrastructure, performing quality control tests and routine maintenance across 650 refuelling points.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Jet A‑1 product quality testing and minor maintenance & inspection to ensure fit‑for‑purpose delivery to aircraft.
• Contribute to a proactive Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSSE) culture with zero incident goal.
• Lead or participate in toolbox talks, permit‑to‑work activities and risk assessments.
• Follow site safety rules, report unsafe acts or near misses, and support HSSE initiatives.
• Maintain accurate paper & electronic records of tasks, following Jig‑2 procedures.
• Drive and operate light‑duty vehicles, pit cleaners and rigid tankers (HGV Class 2 licence highly desirable).
• Support emergency responses and attend training activities required by managers.

Qualifications & Experience

• Good understanding of mechanics, preferably with process plant background.
• Strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
• Reasonable IT literacy.
• Willingness to work 24/7 shifts (4‑on/4‑off) covering early, late and night blocks.
• Full UK driving licence; HGV Class 2 or Class 1 highly advantageous.
• Basic security clearance (DBS) for airside work.
• Relevant technical qualification – NVQ Level 2/3 or higher preferred.

Benefits

• Starting salary £48,000 + annual bonus.
• Overtime, private healthcare and 8 % pension.
• Shift‑based cover for a 12‑person team.

Astute – Mechanical Technician (EfW Power Station, Slough)

Join a global Energy‑from‑Waste partner and support a new power station.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Fault‑finding and maintenance of mechanical assets (boilers, pumps, gearboxes, etc.).
• Apply best practice maintenance techniques and pressure regulations.
• Assist in plant development projects and supervise contractors.
• Maintain CMMS records and support outage planning.
• Ensure spares availability and plant safety compliance.

Professional Qualifications

• Ideally NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering.
• Health and safety qualification (IOSH) highly advantageous.

Personal Skills & Experience

• Hands‑on maintenance with boilers, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, cranes.
• Process plant knowledge from heavy engineering sectors.
• Royal/Merchant Navy Marine Engineers welcome.

Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary £46,000‑48,000.
• Call‑out allowance £2,500.
• Bonus, overtime, private healthcare.
• Additional enterprise benefits.

Workshop Mechanic – Mechanical Technician (Bicester)

Hours: 07:30‑16:30 Mon‑Thu, 07:30‑12:00 Fri. Salary up to £35,000.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, repair, and overhaul engines; follow build standards and drawings.
• Maintain plant equipment and ensure tool calibration.
• Record hours, conduct inspections, and comply with health & safety.
• Liaise with workshop staff, quality teams, R&D, and warehouse.
• Suggest improvements to build standards and cost efficiency.
• Undertake training and support continuous development.

Qualifications & Experience

• Completed Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in mechanical engineering within a production or workshop environment.
• Knowledge of 2‑ and 4‑stroke engines; marine engine knowledge advantage.
• Basic quality assurance, IT literacy for data entry.
• Strong teamwork, communication, time management.

Personal Attributes

• Detail‑oriented, proactive, flexible, and committed to personal development.

Contract Mechanical Technician (Feb 2026, Oxfordshire – Scientific Company)

Exclusive contract, umbrella required.

Responsibilities

• Upgrade and install mechanical units into larger machines.
• Experience in high‑tech or Ultra‑High‑Vacuum environments.
• Appreciated Apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

Compensation

• Starting February 2026; interview and offer possible now.
• Contact Jack Kelly with reference JWK1058 for more information.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – FM Company (Reading, Berkshire)

Permanent, Monday‑Friday 37 hours.

Main Duties

• Daily preventive & reactive maintenance on HVAC, boilers, pumps, etc.
• Emergency breakdown support, paperwork, and out‑of‑hours call‑out rota.
• Supervise subcontractors, enforce safety, and assist other sites.
• Complete accurate documentation and ensure compliance.

Ideal Candidate

• City & Guilds/NVQ mechanically qualified.
• Commercial environment experience; hospital or R&D desired.
• DBS check passability.
• Good building services knowledge, teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £40k.
• 33 days holiday, overtime, training & progression.
• Company benefits, discounts, pension.

Mechanical Technician – Aerospace (Hot Fire Test Team)

Work with hazardous materials, pressure system checks, and instrumentation.

Required Skills

• Hands‑on mechanical fitter or engineering skills within aerospace or engineering sector.
• Proactive safety and operational support attitude.

Legal Compliance

Astute People, Randstad CPE, and other agencies operating as employment agencies comply with UK equality legislation. All candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. No discrimination on age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation. Applicants may need to pass DBS or security checks.