Lead
Mechanical Engineer / Technician – Maintenance (094jc) – Littlehampton - £40
-45k + benefits and progression
Are
you a hands-on problem solver with a background in mechanical systems,
engineering, or technical trades? This is an opportunity for experienced
professionals particularly those with military or defence experience to step
into a leadership role within a dynamic, operational environment.
An
established seaside attraction is seeking a Mechanical or Multi-Skilled
Maintenance Engineer/Technician to support and ultimately lead a maintenance
team responsible for critical equipment and infrastructure. This role suits
individuals who thrive in high-tempo environments, take pride in reliability
and safety, and are confident taking ownership of complex systems.
The
Role:
You
will play a key role in maintaining and repairing rides, mechanical systems,
and associated equipment ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous operations.
This position offers a clear pathway into team leadership for those with
supervisory experience or the ambition to step up as the current manager is
seeking to retire in the future.
What
They are Looking For:
We
welcome candidates with military engineering, REME, RAF, Royal Navy, or similar
technical backgrounds, as well as civilian industry experience.
·
Strong
mechanical background (Level 3 qualification or equivalent; higher preferred)
·
Proven
experience diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical systems
·
Familiarity
with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
·
Comfortable
using digital tools (tablet/computer-based tasking systems)
·
Solid
understanding of safety, compliance, and maintenance procedures
·
Ability
to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals
·
Experience
working both independently and within a structured team
·
Strong
organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
·
Previous
experience supervising, mentoring, or training personnel is highly desirable
·
Knowledge
of LEAN, continuous improvement, or workshop/store management practices
·
Minimum
5 years’ experience in an industrial or operational maintenance environment
Operational
Environment:
This
is a physically active, hands-on role requiring:
·
Working
at height (up to 10 metres) and in confined or inspection spaces
·
Lifting
and handling equipment (individually and as part of a team)
·
Climbing,
walking, bending, and working across varied terrain and elevations
·
Working
outdoors in all weather conditions
Why
This Role May Suit You:
·
Clear
structure, responsibility, and accountability
·
Opportunity
to lead and develop a team
·
Hands-on
technical work with real operational impact
·
Transferable
skills from military engineering and maintenance roles are highly valued
In
return they are offering a good starting salary, as well as company pension
scheme, uniform and the ability to step up to a management role. They may also
be able to offer shot term housing for a period as they also own a company
house which is share with other staff members on a short basis.
They
are specifically interested in recruiting a military veteran for this role as
the Managing Director is ex-Army (Parachute Regiment) and the current
Engineering Manager is ex-Fleet Air Arm.
For
more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin, at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd
on 0333 202 6500 or jc@ex-mil.co.uk or via the website www.ex-mil.co.uk
https://www.ex-mil.co.uk/vacancies/8341/lead-mechanical-engineer-technician-maintenance