Senior Mechanical Technician
28 days ago
Norwich
Senior Mechanical Technician Location: Norwich | Salary: £34,000 – £37,000 (DOE) Are you a highly skilled, hands-on Mechanical Technician ready to lead on complex, bespoke engineering projects? Join a team producing one-off and low-volume precision products where your technical expertise, leadership, and problem-solving drive results. Working alongside the Workshop Manager, you’ll ensure every build is delivered safely, on time, and to exceptional standards. What You’ll Do Lead assembly of precision mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and frameworks Read, interpret, and work from detailed CAD models and engineering drawings Provide technical guidance and hands-on support to the assembly team Tackle complex mechanical challenges with practical, innovative solutions Ensure designs meet functional, safety, and compliance requirements Collaborate with subcontractors, fabricators, and suppliers to ensure manufacturability Support prototypes and production runs, resolving issues quickly to meet deadlines Communicate clearly across teams and with clients, integrating feedback effectively Quality & Safety Maintain the highest internal quality standards Follow Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations Support ISO9001 and ISO14001 compliance, driving continuous improvement Champion safe working practices and staff wellbeing What We’re Looking For Level 3+ Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship Strong, proven experience in mechanical engineering/manufacturing Proven leadership and team mentoring skills Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and technical documentation Excellent problem-solving, planning, and decision-making abilities Hands-on, methodical, adaptable, and confident with colleagues, suppliers, and clients Reliable commuting to Norwich; occasional overnight travel may be required Preferred: Experience with bespoke low-volume builds, machining, fabrication, ISO standards, CE/UKCA compliance, and Microsoft Office. Why Join Them Work on unique, technically challenging projects with real creative input Modern, fully equipped manufacturing facility Support for professional growth and development Collaborative, innovative, and high-performance culture Hours & Benefits Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00 (lunch 13:00–13:30) Overtime aligned with production needs Seasonal variations: extended winter hours, shorter summer hours 24 days annual leave plus public holidays (including Christmas closure) This is your chance to lead, innovate, and shape extraordinary mechanical builds - where your skills and judgement make every project a success. If this sounds like your ideal next role then get in touch with Monika at Select Recruitment for more information, or apply today