Mechanical Technician

JOB TYPE: Temp - Permanent (Initial 3 month contract)

START DATE: ASAP

NOTE: This is a workshop onshore position

TEXO Recruitment is supporting our client in the recruitment of a Mechanical Equipment Technician to join their Aberdeen team.

This is a hands‑on workshop role involving the inspection, maintenance, fault finding, repair and testing of mechanical, pneumatic and diesel‑powered equipment.

You'll work on a wide range of equipment, from hand tools and pumps through to HP/UHP jetting units, compressors and diesel‑driven machinery.

• Inspect, maintain, test and repair mechanical and diesel‑powered equipment.
• Strip, diagnose and repair equipment including paint pumps, transfer pumps, blast pots, needle guns, mag drills, bristle blasters and grinders.
• Maintain and repair HP/UHP jetting units, air compressors and pumps.
• Carry out routine equipment inspections and report defects.
• Complete job cards, inspection records and test certificates.
• Read equipment manuals and parts lists.
• Carry out testing following repairs and maintenance.
• Support portable appliance testing where trained.
• Maintain good housekeeping and workshop standards.
• Follow all QHSE procedures, Risk Assessments and COSHH requirements.

• SCQF Level 7 Modern Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a mechanical maintenance or equipment repair role.
• Strong mechanical and fault‑finding skills.
• Experience with pneumatic and diesel‑powered equipment.
• Ability to read equipment manuals and parts lists.
• Good attention to detail and quality of workmanship.

Relevant practical experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications.

• Experience with HP/UHP jetting equipment, compressors and pumps.
• Water Jetting qualification or WJA membership.
• Experience with in oil & gas, energy, industrial services or equipment hire.

• Practical and mechanically minded.
• Reliable and hardworking.
• Methodical approach to fault finding and repairs.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Safety-conscious and committed to quality.
• Able to work to deadlines.

• Varied mechanical equipment and machinery.