Posted 07 August, 2026
Mechanical Technician / Welder (Plant / Agriculture)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Grays, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Mechanical Technician / Welder (Plant / Agriculture)£60,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + 2x Overtime + Training + Days Based + Healthcare + Flexible Working HoursGrays, EssexAre you a Mechanical Technician or similar looking for a day-based role, playing a key part of opening a brand-new workshop where you will receive a range of benefits like tailored training on specialist equipment, up to 2x overtime and flexible work hours?In this role you will diagnose faults, service, and complete temporary welding repairs to a range of trailers, HGVs and other heavy equipment in Thurrock. The equipment you will be working on gives you lots of variety and technical challenges, keeping each day unique. As this is a new workshop, you will play a fundamental part and have the chance to progress by getting your foot in the door early. This role provides flexible working hours, giving you a great work life balance.On offer is a fantastic opportunity to work for a well-established company with a history of over 60 years, providing outstanding products and services across the forestry and recycling industries. The company are a UK leader within their chosen sectors, producing some of the highest quality products.This role will suit a qualified Mechanical Technician or similar who is independent and can bring their welding and maintenance experience to the team.The Role:Welding and servicing a range of machinery and equipmentGain specific industry trainingWorkshop basedMonday to Friday with occasional weekends paid at an enhanced rateThe Person:Some welding experienceTrailer / Plant / HGV /Agricultural maintenance knowledgeReference Number: BBBH25460fEngineer, Plant Fitter, Engineer, Workshop Fitter, Plant Engineer, Heavy plant, Heavy Machinery, Compacting, Plant hire, electrical, mechanical, Hydraulics, EssexIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.TPBN1_UKTJ
