Mechanical Support Technician

Company: Morson Edge
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Location: Plymouth
Job Description:

Morson Talent is looking for skilled and motivated Mechanical Support Technicians to support mechanical production activities across a diverse range of platforms, including surface ships, submarines, and factory-based operations. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with a strong mechanical background and a passion for precision engineering in a defence or marine environment.

Key responsibilities – Assist in the mechanical assembly, maintenance, and repair of components and systems on naval vessels and within factory settings. – Support production teams with tooling, materials, and technical guidance. – Carry out inspections, fault diagnosis, and basic testing of mechanical systems. – Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and engineering standards. – Collaborate with engineers, management, and quality teams to resolve production issues.

Essential Skills & Experience – Proven experience in mechanical fitting, maintenance and production support. – Familiarity with working on marine platforms (surface ships or submarines) or in industrial manufacturing or maintenance environments. – Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation. – Strong understanding of health & safety practices in high-risk environments. – NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Desirable experience – Defence, shipbuilding, or heavy engineering sectors. – Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and propulsion systems.

The role requires candidates to obtain and maintain SC Security clearance for this role.

Hours

Monday to Thursday 07:30 – 15:30, Friday 07:30 – 12:30 – 35 std hours per week. Shift and additional hours a possibility.

Pay

Std £19.53 per hour (PAYE)

Std £24.27/£25.34 per hour (UMB)

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Posted: July 5th, 2026