Ref: SYN57099

Mechanical Inspector

• Location England, South East, Oxfordshire, Chalgrove
• Sector ManufacturingEngineeringAerospace
• Job type Permanent
• Salary £32500 per annum, Benefits: + 25 days holiday + Pension + 1.5x Overtime + Canteen

Mechanical Inspector

Location: Chalgrove, Oxfordshire (Commutable by car from Oxford, Thame, Aylesbury, Abingdon, Didcot, Wheatley, Wallingford, Henley-on-Thames, High Wycombe, Bicester)
Salary: Up to £32,500 per annum + benefits
Start Date: ASAP (notice periods considered)

This role would also be suitable for candidates with strong experience using handheld inspection tools (verniers, callipers), confidence reading engineering drawings, and a background in precision manufacturing environments such as aerospace, defence, or automotive.

Syntech Recruitment is working with a highly respected UK aerospace and defence manufacturer, known for producing safety-critical, life-saving equipment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a clean, modern manufacturing facility offering long-term stability, strong benefits, and a genuine focus on quality.

As a Mechanical Inspector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring precision-engineered components meet stringent aerospace and defence standards before release.

Mechanical Inspector Benefits

• Salary up to £32,500 (depending on experience)
• Overtime paid at 1.5x (typically 5–10 hours per week)
• Non-contributory pension (9%)
• Healthcare plan & life assurance
• Annual bonus (1–3% of salary, including overtime)
• Early Friday finish for improved work–life balance
• Work on safety-critical aerospace components
• Clean, modern working environment
• Long-term permanent role with development opportunities

Mechanical Inspector Responsibilities

• Inspecting precision-engineered mechanical components and assemblies
• Conducting detailed checks on safety-critical cartridges and equipment
• Using handheld inspection tools such as verniers and callipers
• Reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings
• Ensuring all parts meet aerospace and defence quality standards
• Working collaboratively within a busy quality inspection team

Mechanical Inspector Requirements

• Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Hands-on inspection experience using verniers, callipers, and similar tools
• Capable of working in metric and imperial measurements
• Background in a precision manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of GD&T desirable but not essential
• High attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset

Simply apply today to speak with one of our consultants.

All candidates will be required to complete baseline security vetting (BPSS) prior to employment commencing.