Mechanical Technician

  • Permanent
  • Ellon, Aberdeenshire
  • Posted: 1st June 2026
  • Salary: £42000.00 - £48000.00 per annum + + Bonus + Overtime + 9% Pension
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17252
  • Industry:
  • Location: Ellon, Aberdeenshire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

Frequent overtime paid at 150%, 9% combined pension contributions, companywide bonus scheme and the chance to become a part of a globally operating organisation are just a few of the perks that the Mechanical Technician will enjoy whilst working with this impressive Engineering business.

This employer has been recognized as a Top Employer globally for the last 3 years and have recently invested over £1m into their Ellon facility. Since their establishment over 160 years ago, they have become a household name within a number of high-profile industries including Oil & Gas and Power Generation and now employ over 15,000 people across 180 facilities world-wide.

This position is based in ELLON workshop, meaning that the Mechanical Technician will be easily able to commute from surrounding towns & cities including Aberdeen, Dyce, Peterhead and Inverurie.

For the Mechanical Technician role, we are keen to receive applications from individuals who possess the following:

  • IDEAL NOT ESSENTIAL: Formal qualifications within Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC, HND, BTEC or similar)
  • Strong work experience spent working in a similar role, Mechanical Fitter, Service Technician, Maintenance Engineer etc.
  • Stable work history & experience working within a heavy engineering or manufacturing environment
  • IDEAL NOT ESSENTIAL: Previous experience in Assembling, Servicing, Maintaining, Installing or Overhauling rotating equipment (motors, generators, pumps, gearboxes, valves, compressors, turbines etc.)

Working Hours of the Mechanical Technician:
37 Hours per week, spread across a regular day shift pattern:

  • Monday to Thursday – 07:00 to 16:00
  • Friday – 07:00 to 13:00

In return, the Mechanical Technician will receive:

  • Annual Salary: Up to £48,000.00 depending on experience & abilities
  • Annual Bonus: Up to £1,800.00
  • Frequent Overtime Available: Paid at time and a half
  • Holiday Allowance: 34 Days per annum including public holidays
  • 9% Combined pension contribution (4% employer / 5% employee)

To apply for the Mechanical Technician position, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Callum Good at E3 Recruitment for more information

 
 

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