Manufacturing Technician Mechanical – Thursday – Saturday Night Shift

Company: Thales
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Location: Templecombe
Job Description:

Manufacturing Technician Mechanical – Thursday – Saturday Night Shift

Thales – Templecombe, United Kingdom

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom. The role is on‑site within our Underwater Systems division, operating in the Towed Array manufacturing cell.

Shift: Thursday – Saturday night shift with 30% uplift + additional Saturday payment.

What the role has to offer:

  • Deliver a world‑class Sonar system that supports Royal Navy operational excellence.
  • Build your career with Thales, a company committed to your growth.

Key Responsibilities and tasks:

  • Perform mechanical assembly operations in accordance with routings, manufacturing instructions, wiring schedules, and drawings.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues to minimise downtime and maintain operational efficacy.
  • Ensure equipment and tools are used and maintained to workshop standards.

About You:

  • Hands‑on individual able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Capable of working to manufacturing instructions.
  • Experience/understanding of mechanical assembly and production environments.
  • Focused on meeting deadlines with good time‑management and prioritisation skills.
  • Basic PC skills required.

What We Can Offer: Market‑leading training, development and coaching from industry experts. Opportunities for growth within a diverse, global organisation.

Thales is an equal opportunities employer. Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.

Security clearance: This role requires SC clearance. If you do not currently hold it, you must achieve, maintain and renew SC clearance.

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Posted: October 22nd, 2026