Lead Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician Lead Hand
Location Kirkbymoorside

Hours: 37 per week (Mon–Thurs 8:30–4:30, Fri 8:30–4:00, flexi-time available)

• Overtime: Paid at time and a half (Mon–Sat) and double time (Sun)
• Holidays: 25 days + 8 bank holidays
• Benefits: 5% pension, private healthcare, life insurance (2x salary)

An experienced Mechanical Technician Lead Hand is required to support and coordinate a team within a busy engineering workshop. You’ll play a key role in assembling and testing mechanical and hydraulic systems, ensuring quality standards are met, and keeping projects running smoothly.

What you will be doing:

• Leading and supporting a small team of mechanical technicians
• Assembling and testing mechanical and hydraulic products and systems
• Interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications
• Overseeing day-to-day workshop operations to ensure safety, quality, and deadlines are achieved
• Carrying out inspections, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Acting as cover for the Mechanical Technician Supervisor when required

What you will bring to the team:

• Strong workshop background with experience in mechanical/hydraulic systems
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and lead by example
• Hands-on skills with mechanical assembly, testing, and load operations
• Previous team leadership or lead hand experience desirable

To be considered for this position click “apply” and submit a copy of your up to date CV