MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN in Tewkesbury

GA Drilling is developing next-generation drilling technologies to unlock geothermal energy at depths and in conditions that conventional drilling cannot reach economically. Our mission is to make geothermal a scalable, baseload source of clean power by enabling reliable, efficient drilling in hard, hot rock. With engineering teams in the USA, Brazil, the UK, and across Europe, we are progressing rapidly toward commercial deployment of our technologies.

We are seeking a proactive mechanical technician to perform mechanical assembly, testing, and maintenance for downhole drilling systems. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable working with established processes and procedures, or with helping to develop and refine new ones. You will be based at our UK Tewkesbury Product Center.

You will be a core member of the operations team at our UK Product Centre, working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality & Compliance. Your work will ensure that drilling tools are produced, deployed, and maintained. You will have the opportunity to positively impact technology and processes as we move from prototype builds to commercial operations.

Safety and Compliance

• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations and quality procedures to ensure safe work practices.
• Support a positive and proactive HSE culture.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and tidy workshop environment (5S, housekeeping, waste segregation).

Assembly and Maintenance

• Assemble, disassemble, inspect, and perform maintenance on drilling tools and associated equipment according to technical specifications and procedures.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and engineering instructions to facilitate assembly and repair processes.
• Conduct functional tests, performance evaluations, and calibrations on equipment to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain accurate and detailed service records, calibration logs, and repair documentation.
• Generate reports on work performed and equipment status.
• Assist with managing the inventory of components, parts, and supplies.

Troubleshooting and Repair

• Diagnose and repair equipment failures down to component level.
• Assist with failure reporting.
• Work with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality & Compliance to escalate/solve technical or quality issues, and support investigations.

Continuous Improvement and Engineering Support

• Assist in the development and refinement of manufacturing, testing, and maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Provide support to engineering teams for new designs and tests.
• Provide feedback to engineering on design improvement opportunities.
• Travel to and assist at field locations if required.
• Engage with other technicians, engineers, field representatives, and functions to resolve issues, support failure analysis, and ensure seamless equipment deployment.

What we expect from you

Experience & technical skills

• Experience with the assembly, maintenance, and testing of complex mechanical and electromechanical systems.
• Experience with drilling tool assembly or maintenance would be advantageous.
• Experience with equipment troubleshooting, and report generation.
• Overhead crane certification/training.
• Forklift certification.
• Break Out Machine familiarity and training would be advantageous.
• Ability to use a manual lathe/mill would be advantageous.
• Good computer literacy e.g. Microsoft Office, Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams.

Qualifications: HND/BTEC or equivalent relevant experience.

High attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation discipline. Structured and reliable, able to follow defined procedures while highlighting gaps or issues when needed. Comfortable working with established processes and procedures, or with helping to develop and refine new ones. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration and reporting. Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team. Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback, contributing to improved product performance and reliability.

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute directly to making ultra-deep geothermal energy a commercial reality.
• Chance to help establish and shape a new UK Product Centre from its early stages.
• Work with an experienced, international team of engineers and operations professionals.
• Competitive compensation and benefits in line with industry and local market.