Mechanical Technician

Pin Point Recruitment

Wallsend, NE28 8QS, United Kingdom

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Posted: 10 Mar 2026 (Last month)

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Mechanical Technician - Wallsend

Salary: circa £40,000 per annum

Contract: Fixed term, 12 months

Location: On-site, North Tyneside

Role Overview

Hands‑on mechanical assembly role within a heavy engineering environment
Assembly of large steel fabrications, hydraulic cylinders and operating systems
Working from engineering drawings and parts lists to deliver high‑quality builds
Ensuring compliance with production schedules, quality standards and safety requirements

Key Responsibilities

Assemble complex mechanical and hydraulic systems
Build and fit large-scale steel fabrications and hydraulic equipment
Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings
Perform hydraulic builds, testing and system integration
Maintain safe working practices in line with company and regulatory standardsCollaborate with production teams to ensure efficient workflow
Contribute to continuous improvement and problem‑solving activities

Required Experience & Skills

Proven mechanical assembly experience in a heavy engineering environment
Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems and components
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Strong decision‑making and fault‑finding capability
High attention to detail and accuracy
Confident working independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

HNC or equivalent technical qualification (or relevant practical experience)

What's on Offer

Fixed‑term stability with real technical challenge
On‑site role working on high‑quality engineered products
Personal development opportunities and professional working environment

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