https://jobs.co.uk/job/mechanical-technician-automation-experts--4d1fdbf9-0a60-471e-8eab-decc145f8cf8 RSS feed for Mechanical Technician at Automation Experts. en-gb Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:51:32 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/mechanical-technician-automation-experts--4d1fdbf9-0a60-471e-8eab-decc145f8cf8 https://jobs.co.uk/job/mechanical-technician-automation-experts--4d1fdbf9-0a60-471e-8eab-decc145f8cf8 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Colchester | Salary: £28000/annum 5 Weeks' Annual Leave + BH, Flexitime, Traini | Type: Permanent | Mechanical Technician/Fitter (Training Role - Workshop Based) Up to £28k + 5 weeks Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, Flexitime, Training & Career Development Essex Ref: 25647 This workshop-based position offers full training, making it ideal for someone with a hands-on mechanical background who is looking to develop specialist skills in the build, calibration, testing and overhaul of bespoke mechanical equipment used in industrial machinery. Mechanical Technician - The Role: Build and assemble mechanical units and sub-assemblies Set up mechanical kit on specialist test equipment and carry out calibration Perform functional testing, performance checks and quality inspections Strip down, inspect and overhaul returned units Clean, measure and assess components for wear, tolerances and reuse Follow detailed engineering drawings, work instructions and procedures Produce accurate build reports, test records and service documentation Support senior technicians with complex builds, fault investigations and overhaul work Maintain a safe, organised and high-quality workshop environment Mechanical Technician - The Person: Strong mechanical aptitude with a backgro... Permanent