Site Maintenance Assistant Location: Hilton, South Derbyshire Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm Pay Rate: £17.50 per hour Contract: Full-Time | Temp to Perm after 12 weeks Are you mechanically minded and looking for a varied role wher...
Production Operative Monday to Friday requirement, 08:00-16:30 St Albans We are looking for a candidate demonstrating prior experience within a production environment or a background in plumbing or mechanical engineering. The role entails assembly...
Production Operative Indurent Park, Derby £14.05 - £20.75 per hour Full Time | 38+ Hours Per Week | Rotating Shifts Weekly Pay | Overtime Available | Immediate Starts Blue Arrow is currently recruiting Production & Assembly Operatives to join ...
We are looking for permanent machine operators for our client in Aberdeen Machine Operator Location: Aberdeen Salary: £25,480 per annum Hours: Monday to Thursday, 0630 to 1500; Friday, 0600 to 1430 Contract: Permanent, Full-Time No weekends or...
Assembly Operatives - Belper Must have own transport to get to Belper if not local, due to start and finish times of shifts. There is free parking on site. We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, Production/Assembly Operatives to work within...
Production Operative - Belper Own transport is required unless you live locally , due to the shift start and finish times. Free on-site parking is available. We are currently recruiting motivated and reliable Production Operatives to join a lead...
Blue Arrow is urgently recruiting for A Quality Laboratory Assistant to join our clients team based in the Port Talbot area. Salary: £26,000-£29,925p. Depending on Experience Hours of work: Mon - Fri: 08:30-16:30 Contract: Permanent Purpose:...
Manufacturing Engineer (Magnetics) Oxford (On-Site) £45,000 - £55,000 DOE Shape the Future of Advanced Engineering We are recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer to join an innovative engineering organisation developing highly complex, precision-e...
Warehouse Operatives - Aberdeen (AB12) Start ASAP | Full-Time | Ongoing Temp Contract Are you a hands-on warehouse professional looking for a steady, full-time role with great training and progression opportunities? We're currently recruiting War...
To undertake diverse and variable tasks associated within the extensive field of commercial grounds maintenance and Street Scene services. Applying sound horticultural knowledge and machinery operation to produce a professional standard of service...
The Role As a Hairpin Manufacturing Operative, you will manufacture and inspect precision copper hairpin components to customer specifications and aerospace quality standards. Key Responsibilities Manufacture copper hairpin components using worksh...
As a Winding Technician, you will be responsible for the repair, overhaul and testing of aircraft electrical components used within aviation power generation systems. Key Responsibilities Wind stators, rotors, field coils and armatures using speci...
Design Complex Systems. Deliver Real-World Solutions. Drive Innovation. Do you thrive on solving complex technical challenges and bringing together multiple technologies to create effective solutions? We're supporting organisations across aerospac...
Location: Kingston upon Thames Salary: £37,400 - £38,522 per annum + circa £1,200 annual on-call allowance Contract: Full Time, Permanent Benefits 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Employer pension contribution of up to 6% Life assurance ...
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Shift-Based) Location: Matlock Salary: £43,036 Basic Salary + £9,094 Shift Allowance Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Overview We are recruiting a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to work within a heavy manu...
Assembly Technician / Production Operative - Immediate Starts | £14.05-£26.20ph Assembly Technicians & Production Operatives Wanted - Belper 📍 Belper, Derbyshire 💷 £14.05 - £20.75 per hour 🕒 Full-Time | Weekly Pay | Long-Term Opportuniti...
Role: Workshop Manager Location: · Based at the Perth Depot PH1 3TR· Annual salary - £50,000· 45hrs per week Looking for a job with real purpose? A career that keeps people moving? looking for a hands-on, people-focused Workshop Manager for our Pe...
Blue Arrow is recruiting a Manufacturing Enginee r on a permanent basis for our client based in Llan Salary : 40-45k per annum Hours : Monday to Friday DAYS Contract : Permanent Position Summary To support the development, launch, optimization, a...
Class 2 Flat Bed Driver 📍 Location: Stockport, Manchester 💷 Pay Rate: £18.53 per hour 🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday 📋 Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Work Blue Arrow is currently recruiting for an experienced Class 2 Flat Bed Driver to join a le...
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Shifts) Blue Arrow is proud to be working in partnership with a leading organisation within the metals recycling sector, who are now looking to recruit a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a fu...
Role: Facilities Team Leader (M&E) Location: Glasgow Duration: 6 Months The Role Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, the Facilities Team Leader will be the site based line management support for all technical service delivery (bot...
Shift Mechanical Engineer Location: Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospital Trust Sites Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (2 days 0700 - 1900 & 2 nights 1900 - 0700) Rate: £16 - £25 per hour The Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced ...
Mechanic Location: Nottingham Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Full Time We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Bicycle Mechanic to join our team as soon as possible. The ideal candidate will be Cytech t...
Are you reliable, hardworking, and take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness? We are looking for dedicated Cleaners to join our team at a busy hospital site in Oxford . Requirements ✅ DBS Check Required ✅ Valid ID and Right to W...
Role: Mechanical Craftsperson / Engineer Location: Birmingham Duration: 3 Months initially Hours : Mon - Fri 0700 - 1900 with flexibility to suit site requirements. (Roles are either 8am-4pm or 11am-7pm). Overview Responsible for the delivery ...
Role: Workshop Manager Location: · Based at the Perth Depot PH1 3TR· Annual salary - £50,000· 45hrs per week Looking for a job with real purpose? A career that keeps people moving? looking for a hands-on, people-focused Workshop Manager for our Pe...
Assembly Worker Temporary to Permanent Location: East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire Pay Rate : £12.71per hour £25,445 Salary Job Type: Full-Time Monday to Thursday 0730-1630 and Fridays 0730-1200. We are looking for a motivated, experienced and re...
Location: Aberhill, Leven Pay: £14.31 per hour Contact: Full-Time, Permanent Blue Arrow is currently recruiting for a Service Technician to join a busy and supportive engineering team based in Aberhill, Leven. This is an excellent opportunity f...
Semi-Skilled Service Technician Location: Perth Pay: £13.64 per hour Hours: 45 hours per week, Sunday to Thursday Join a Skilled Engineering Team Blue Arrow is currently recruiting for a Semi-Skilled Service Technician to join a busy engineer...
Key Responsibilities Inspections: Carry out scheduled Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMI) on trucks and trailers. Diagnostics: Use specialised diagnostic equipment to find and fix electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic faults. Repairs: Re...
While core mechanical skills are transferable, Mechanic jobs can vary depending on the sector and type of equipment you work on. Below are some of the most common sectors recruiting Mechanics in the UK.
This is the most common area of employment for Mechanics. Roles include servicing cars and vans, carrying out MOT preparations, brake and clutch replacements, diagnostics, and general repairs. Employers range from independent garages to franchised dealerships and fast-fit centres.
Fleet Mechanics maintain and repair large commercial vehicles such as HGVs, buses, and delivery vans. These roles often involve scheduled maintenance, breakdown repairs, and safety inspections to keep vehicles roadworthy and compliant with regulations.
Mechanics in this sector work on heavy plant equipment, farming machinery, and industrial vehicles. This may include excavators, tractors, forklifts, and other specialist machinery. These roles often require additional technical knowledge and can involve site-based work.
Mechanical Maintenance Engineers and Fitters work within factories and production environments, maintaining and repairing machinery used in manufacturing processes. These jobs often involve shift work and preventative maintenance programmes.
Mechanic roles are available across a range of employment types, depending on your experience level and availability.
Full-time Mechanic roles provide stable hours, consistent income, and long-term career prospects. These positions often include benefits such as overtime, holiday entitlement, pensions, and manufacturer training programmes.
Part-time roles are ideal for those balancing other commitments or seeking reduced hours. Independent garages and fast-fit centres often offer flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings.
Contract and temporary Mechanic jobs are common within fleet maintenance, engineering shutdowns, and seasonal demand peaks. These roles can offer higher hourly rates and are ideal for experienced Mechanics seeking short-term assignments.
A Mechanic inspects, services, diagnoses, and repairs vehicles or machinery. Daily duties may include carrying out routine maintenance, identifying mechanical faults, replacing defective parts, testing systems, and ensuring all work meets safety and industry standards.
Yes. Most employers require at least an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or a time-served apprenticeship. Some entry-level roles may be available for trainee Mechanics with relevant college qualifications.
Mechanic salaries typically range from £29,000 to £39,500 per year, depending on experience, sector, and location. Hourly rates are in the region of £15 to £19. Specialist Mechanics, HGV Technicians, and MOT Testers can earn more. Overtime and bonuses may also be available.
Absolutely. Many Mechanics progress into Senior Technician, Workshop Controller, Fleet Manager, or Engineering Supervisor roles. With additional training, it’s also possible to specialise in areas such as electric vehicle (EV) maintenance, diagnostics, or heavy vehicle engineering.
