Mechanical Technician Lead Hand Location Kirkbymoorside Hours: 37 per week (Mon–Thurs 8:30–4:30, Fri 8:30–4:00, flexi-time available) * Overtime: Paid at time and a half (Mon–Sat) and double time (Sun) * Holidays: 25 days 8 bank holidays * Benefits: 5% pension, private healthcare, life insurance (2x salary) An experienced Mechanical Technician Lead Hand is required to support and coordinate a team within a busy engineering workshop. You’ll play a key role in assembling and testing mechanical and hydraulic systems, ensuring quality standards are met, and keeping projects running smoothly. What you will be doing: * Leading and supporting a small team of mechanical technicians * Assembling and testing mechanical and hydraulic products and systems * Interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications * Overseeing day-to-day workshop operations to ensure safety, quality, and deadlines are achieved * Carrying out inspections, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives * Acting as cover for the Mechanical Technician Supervisor when required What you will bring to the team: * Strong workshop background with experience in mechanical/hydraulic systems * Ability to interpret engineering drawings and lead by example * Hands-on skills with mechanical assembly, testing, and load operations * Previous team leadership or lead hand experience desirable To be considered for this position click “apply” and submit a copy of your up to date CV