At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and manage mechanical site services, including repairs and installations.
- Company: Join the Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell, a leader in genetics research.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, free parking, and employee discounts.
- Other info: All tools and training provided, with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of groundbreaking research while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with pipeline systems and a hands-on approach.
The predicted salary is between 33419 - 37582 £ per year.
Salary: £33,419- £37,582 per annum + additional discretionary £5k per annum, dependant on skills and experience with separate overtime and on-call allowance.
Hours: Full time (36 hours per week).
About Us
The Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell (MLC) is located in an expanding science and innovation campus in Oxfordshire and is an internationally renowned centre at the forefront of genetics research. As the hub of the new National Mouse Genetics Network, the specialist facilities and capabilities of the MLC support several research groups across the UK to accelerate our understanding of human diseases, such as cancer, developmental disorders and neurodegeneration.
We have an exciting opportunity at Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell to join our expanding Engineering and Estates Team. We are looking for a confident, motivated, hands‑on and positive individual who has experience working with a range of pipeline systems and plant.
The role is responsible for day‑to‑day maintenance and management of mechanical site services. The role will undertake general mechanical repairs, maintenance, installation and fault‑finding to the estate. The role is based on a single site, located on Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Didcot. All tools, PPE and uniform are provided, and overtime is available with a generous annual leave allowance and employee benefits.
- Progressive employer – all training provided
- PPE, tools, and uniform provided
- 32.5 days annual leave
- Free parking
- Subsidised canteen
- Excellent transport links
Choosing to come to work at the MRC (part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)) means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits, from a defined‑benefit pension scheme and excellent holiday entitlement to access to employee shopping/travel discounts and a salary sacrifice cycle‑to‑work scheme. In addition, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the work of a world‑class medical research organisation.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take on this exciting role and be part of a team dedicated to ground‑breaking research, we would love to hear from you. For full details and to apply: Mechanical Technician - UKRI Careers. Please quote reference MLC 2458. The closing date for applications is Sunday 12 July 2026.
Mechanical Technician employer: Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell
The Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the forefront of genetics research in Oxfordshire. With a strong focus on employee development, generous benefits including a defined-benefit pension scheme, and a commitment to work-life balance through ample annual leave and flexible working options, we provide a supportive culture that fosters growth and innovation. Join us to be part of a world-class medical research organisation where your contributions can make a real difference.
Contact Details:
Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell Recruitment Team
