Senior Mechanical Technician

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Senior Mechanical Technician
Location: Norwich
Salary: £34,000 – £40,000

This is a senior, hands-on Mechanical Technician role within a bespoke manufacturing environment producing custom-engineered, one-off and low-volume products. Working closely with the Workshop Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring production is delivered safely, on time, cost-effectively, and to the high-quality standards expected by customers. A core part of the role is providing technical leadership on the shop floor, supporting and guiding the assembly team, driving productivity through positive management, and contributing to continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

The Role

Take the lead in assembling high-quality mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and frameworks
Read and interpret detailed CAD models and engineering drawings
Provide technical leadership and hands-on support to the assembly team
Recommend innovative and practical solutions to complex mechanical challenges
Ensure designs meet functional, safety, and compliance requirements
Work closely with subcontract machinists, fabricators, and suppliers to support manufacturability
Provide technical input during prototype builds and production runs
Identify and resolve design or process issues to maintain project timelines
Communicate technical information clearly to internal teams
Support client reviews and incorporate feedback into design iterations
Quality, Safety & Compliance

Ensure all products meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental policies
Check and maintain lifting and air equipment in line with HSE regulations
Support adherence to ISO9001 and ISO14001 standards and continuous quality improvement
Promote safe working practices and wellbeing across all operations
Skills, Experience & Personal Requirements

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and technical documentation
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
Excellent planning, prioritisation, and decision-making skills
Strong communication and interpersonal ability
Excellent problem-solving capability with a hands-on approach
Proven ability to lead teams and train individuals
Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship (Level 3 or above)
Minimum 10 years’ experience within a mechanical engineering manufacturing environment
Methodical and logical approach, strong technical aptitude, adaptability, resilience, and confidence working with colleagues, suppliers, customers, and senior management.
You will be self-driven, quality-focused, and comfortable taking responsibility and accountability.
Able to commute reliably to the Norwich site
Willing to stay away one or two nights per month if required
Flexible approach to working hours and overtime
Clean or near-clean driving license
Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK and overseas
Preferred experience includes strong knowledge of materials, machining, fabrication, and assembly processes, experience working on bespoke low-volume builds with tight deadlines, familiarity with ISO standards and CE / UKCA compliance, and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, email, and internet applications.
What’s on Offer

Opportunity to work on unique, technically challenging projects with creative freedom
Modern manufacturing facility
Support for professional development
Collaborative and innovative working environment
Hours & Holiday

Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00 (lunch 13:00–13:30)
Overtime expected in line with production requirements
Seasonal variation: extended hours in winter, reduced hours in summer
24 days annual leave (including 3–4 days taken during the Christmas shutdown) plus public holidays
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Location:
Hellesdon
Salary:
£34,000 - £40,000 /annum
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Engineering

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