Contract Mechanical Technician

Ultra Maritime
Loudwater
1 week ago
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Unleash the Power of Multi‑Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. Step into a world where cutting‑edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi‑mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilized on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five‑eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub‑surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed. We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game‑changing technologies, including state‑of‑the‑art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities
  • Check kits of parts required for build are correct
  • Build of assemblies to drawing or build instructions
  • Perform mechanical measurements of certain area as necessary to ensure adequate clearance is achieved
  • Interface Production Engineering / Team Leaders / Engineering for guidance and raising of issues
  • Provide status reports on progress and expected completion dates
Skills, Qualification And Experience
  • Experience with manufacturing of mechanical assemblies
  • Ability to multi‑task and work with cross‑functional teams
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
Personal Attributes
  • Logical and methodical approach to manufacturing
  • Ambitious and self‑reliant, intrinsically self‑motivated
  • Well organised and delivery focused
Relocation Support

Attracting high‑level talent and people that can add value and expertise is vital to our success. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case‑by‑case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Company: Ultra Maritime


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