Job Description
Mechanical Inspector Salary: Up to £16phLocation: Near Stadhampton, Oxfordshire (20-minute drive from Oxford – public transport unavailable)Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00–16:45, Friday 08:00–12:00Type: Permanent, Full-TimeWe’re hiring for a Mechanical Inspector to join a high-performing aerospace engineering team near Stadhampton. You’ll be working on safety-critical components where accuracy, compliance and quality are essential. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in dimensional inspection and technical drawing interpretation to join a globally respected manufacturer.What’s in it for you?
* Up to £31,500 starting salary
* Premium 1.5x overtime available (5–10 hours/week)
* 9% non-contributory pension scheme
* Life assurance and healthcare cash plan
* Annual bonus (1–3% of salary, including overtime)
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Early Friday finish
* Ongoing professional development opportunities
* Secure, long-term role in a growing technical team
Mechanical Inspector Responsibilities:
* Carry out precision inspections on mechanical and safety-critical aerospace components
* Use handheld tools such as verniers, callipers, and micrometers to check dimensions
* Read and interpret engineering drawings to assess component compliance
* Collaborate with other inspectors and the QA team to uphold product standards
* Accurately document inspection results and report non-conformances where required
What We’re Looking For:
* Previous experience in mechanical inspection within manufacturing
* Confident using manual inspection tools (verniers, micrometres, callipers)
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and geometric tolerancing (GD&T desirable)
* Background in aerospace, defence, automotive or similarly regulated industry
To apply, please click apply and we will get in touch.Application Process: We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days. If you don’t hear from us in this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.Privacy and Data Retention: By applying, you confirm your consent to the retention of your personal data for recruitment purposes, stored securely in compliance with our Privacy Policy.Syntech Recruitment Limited: We act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Visit www.syntechrecruitment.co.uk for full terms.INDB