Contact Paul McCay | 028 7032 6600 | [email protected]
Mechanical Technician - Derry City - Permanent
- Position: Mechanical Technician
- Location: Derry City
- Salary: £30k to £35k (DOE) + attractive benefits package
Riada Resourcing is recruiting on behalf of a leading advanced manufacturing company for a Mechanical Technician to join its Engineering and Assembly team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the role involves installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving mechanical systems and production equipment in a fast-paced technical environment.
With over 25 years' experience in industrial automation, the company delivers bespoke machine-build, robotics, and automation solutions to customers worldwide.
Hours & Working Environment:
- 7.45am – 5.45pm, Monday to Thursday (38 hours per week)
- On‑site role with occasional travel to customer sites (driving licence preferred)
Employee Benefits:
- Salary: £30,000 – £35,000
- No‑work Fridays (unless pre‑agreed overtime)
- Health Cash Back Plan
- Holiday Purchase Scheme (up to 3 additional days after probation)
- Access to company vehicles (no private vehicle use required)
- Experience within an advanced manufacturing environment
- 28 days annual leave
- Employee engagement events
- Home & Tech Scheme
The Mechanical Technician plays a key role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and safety of mechanical and production systems. This includes installation, maintenance, diagnostics, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out maintenance, fault finding, and repairs on mechanical equipment and production systems
- Install, commission, and modify machinery and automation systems
- Build, test, and troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and automation components
- Work closely with engineering, automation, and electrical teams to resolve technical issues
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance
- Maintain accurate records and provide technical support to meet production targets
- Liaise with customers and ensure effective communication throughout projects
- Follow all health & safety and quality procedures
Essential Criteria:
- Recognised engineering qualification at Level 3 or above
- Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and problem‑solving ability
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
- Experience with precision tools, alignment, and calibration
- Transferable skills from a previous multi‑skilled role
- Proven experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical/pneumatic systems
- Ability to learn quickly in a fast‑moving environment
- Competence with general computer applications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Even if you don’t meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply – we may have other suitable roles for you. Apply online, email [email protected] or call Paul on 028 7032 6600 to find out more.
Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.