General Engineering Workshop Technician Engineer

Location: Stafford – Full Time Onsite
Contract Length: Until 15 August 2026
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Pay: £21.52 per hour via Umbrella

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing, diagnostics, repair, maintenance, modification, calibration, and manufacture of equipment down to module or component level using approved engineering documentation and techniques.

• Carry out planned and ad-hoc advanced repairs using technical documentation, Approved Source Information (ASI) and OEM data.

• Support the surveying, refurbishment, and maintenance of Ground Support Equipment (GSE).

• Undertake reverse engineering and development activities, including producing engineering documentation and test procedures where required.

• Hold responsibilities for self-certification, over-signing, and conditioning of equipment (serviceable, unserviceable, or scrap).

• Support the supervision, training, and mentoring of junior technicians and apprentices.

• Use internal engineering IT systems to support maintenance and documentation activities.

• Provide technical advice and support where required.

• Ensure all work complies with engineering governance, safety policies, and relevant legislation.

Requirements

• Previous experience working within an engineering workshop or heavy engineering environment.

• Experience carrying out scheduled maintenance and repair activities.

• Strong mechanical engineering and fault-finding ability.

• Ability to follow engineering documentation and technical drawings.

Qualifications

• Level 4 qualification with an advanced/higher apprenticeship, OR

• Level 3 qualification with a recognised engineering apprenticeship and relevant engineering experience.