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Workshop Mechanic –
Inboard New Build and Hybrid Assembly.

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire (Head Office)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive Package Offered
Closing Date: Friday 20th November 2026

Build the future of marine engineering with Barrus

We are looking for a skilled and practical Workshop Mechanic to join our Inboard New Build and Hybrid Assembly team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a range of engines and innovative hybrid products, carrying out assembly, modification, repair and overhaul work to exacting quality standards. You will play an important part in ensuring that every product is built safely, efficiently and in accordance with the required technical specifications.

Working within a supportive production environment, you will collaborate with colleagues across Production, Research and Development, Hybrid Marine and other technical teams.

What you will be doing

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Building, assembling and modifying engines and other products in line with specified build standards, procedures and technical instructions
  • Carrying out repairs and overhauls of customer products
  • Working with both mechanical and electrical systems
  • Ensuring that completed work meets the required quality standards
  • Accurately recording working hours through the company’s time and attendance system
  • Maintaining workshop tools, equipment and work areas to a high standard
  • Following safe working practices and complying with company health and safety requirements
  • Supporting improvements to build standards, working practices, systems and cost efficiency
  • Driving company vehicles to collect or deliver parts, equipment and consumables when required.

What we are looking for

You will ideally have:

  • A recognised apprenticeship or relevant qualification in internal combustion engine maintenance, engineering or marine engineering
  • Practical experience gained within a busy workshop or production environment
  • Experience working with mechanical and electrical systems
  • Practical knowledge of four-stroke petrol and diesel engines
  • An understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Good problem-solving ability and attention to detail
  • The initiative and time-management skills needed to work effectively in a busy environment.

It would be an advantage if you also have

  • Previous marine engine knowledge or experience, although in-house training will be provided
  • Experience working with 12, 24 or 48-volt DC systems
  • Knowledge of engine hybrid systems
  • A counterbalanced forklift operator’s certificate.

Interested? Apply now.

Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter explaining why your skills and experience are suited to this opportunity.

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