Mechanical Technician in Dartford, Kent

Mechanical Technician – Compressors / Engineering

Location: Dartford, Kent
Salary: £30,000–£33,000 + Benefits
Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday–Friday
Contract: Permanent

Mechanical Test Technician required to join an established manufacturer of industrial engineering products and compressor systems, working within a specialist engineering and product development and testing facility.

We're looking for a hands on, mechanically minded technician with experience working with mechanical equipment, tooling, machinery or rotating equipment.

Previous compressor or refrigeration experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

The role involves the assembly, disassembly, preparation and testing of industrial screw compressors, working closely with the engineering team to support product testing, development and performance evaluation.

This could suit an experienced Mechanical Technician, Maintenance Engineer, Pump Engineer, Motor Technician, Workshop Technician or CNC / Machining Technician looking to develop their skills within a specialist engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, assembling and disassembling systems for testing, inspection and modification.
• Setting up and operating compressor test stands in accordance with engineering test plans.
• Installing, maintaining and modifying mechanical components, sensors, pipework and associated test equipment.
• Carrying out mechanical fitting, repairs and adjustments using workshop tools and machinery.
• Recording test data and assisting engineers with performance testing and development activities.
• Manufacturing or modifying components and pipework to support testing requirements.

Experience & Requirements

• A strong hands-on mechanical engineering background, ideally within maintenance, servicing, manufacturing, machining or workshop environments.
• Confident using hand tools, measuring equipment and workshop machinery.
• Experience assembling, dismantling, repairing or modifying mechanical equipment.
• Ability to work accurately with mechanical components, tolerances and engineering instructions.
• Experience with rotating equipment such as compressors, pumps, motors or similar machinery would be advantageous.
• Experience using lathes, pillar drills or other machining equipment would be beneficial.
• Welding, brazing, pipework or mechanical fitting experience would be advantageous.

Previous refrigeration or compressor experience is not essential, provided you have a strong mechanical background and are comfortable working hands on with equipment and machinery.

Package & Benefits

• £30,000–£33,000 basic salary
• Overtime 
• 26 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Company sick pay
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Additional employee benefits and discounts