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🟢 Actively Hiring · Posted 25d ago ⏳ Closes in 66 days UK Corridor 🛡️ UK Work Eligibility 🏢 Company - Public

Workshop Trainees (Mechanical)

Salary Range
£42,000 - £60,000
£3,500 - £5,000 / mo

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Location Base
Aberdeen, Scotland
Tier-1 UK Economic Zone
Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

Who are we?

First Integrated Solutions, part of First Tech Group, provide Lifting, Inspection, Equipment Rentals, HAVS Management and Analysis Service to our clients around the world from our UK operating bases in Aberdeen, Dundee, and London.

We stock and maintain over 2,000 different equipment types across a considerable fleet of items to support our clients in the Energy, Infrastructure and Utilities industries and provide 24/7 service to our clients.

First Tech Group companies include First Marine Solutions, First Integrated Solutions, First Subsea, First Competence, Mooring Systems based in Aberdeen, Montrose, Dundee, Glasgow, Lancaster, and London, with a current headcount of around 200 staff.

The Role?

We have exciting development opportunities for Workshop Trainee(s) to join our Mechanical Traineeship Programme, on a full-time permanent basis, based in Bridge of Don, Aberdeen.

The successful candidates will work well as part of a team and have a willingness to learn with exceptional communication skills.

You will ideally hold a PEO / NC in Mechanical Engineering / Maintenance with the ability to read engineering drawings and have an eye for detail.

You?

  • Will hold a recognized qualification in Mechanical Engineering (PEO / NC / HNC / Modern Apprenticeship).
  • Will be a team player, with a willingness to learn.
  • Will ideally hold the ability to identify various mechanical fittings and components.
  • Have a strong eye for detail.

The Specifics

This list does not represent an exhaustive list but indicates the main responsibilities the post holder will be required to undertake:

  • Assist in the maintenance and testing of plant and equipment within the parameters of the applicable work instructions and standards.
  • Assisting in fault finding and repair of plant and equipment.
  • Ensure that work area is safe to carry out activities and carry out risk assessments, with assistance as required.
  • Assist in in evaluating results of fault finding, ensuring components are replaced / installed in accordance with applicable specification and procedures.
  • Assist to produce a clear and concise report of components repaired / replaced and appropriate approvals obtained.
  • Assist to populate certificates with equipment details and check information is correct and the appropriate approvals obtained.
  • Participate in company Traineeship Programme.
  • Assist with any other duties as required.

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

1

Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:

🇬🇧 Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)

Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.

🏛️ Settlement (ILR) Pathway

Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.

⚖️ Official regulatory reference: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) & Home Office Sponsor Register.

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Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Workshop Trainees (Mechanical) roles across First Tech Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.

3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £42,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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