Role: Site Engineer
Shift: Monday to Friday - Days
Pay: £45,000 per annum
Location: Highbridge
Have you recently qualified as a Maintenance Engineer, or are you a seasoned professional winding down your career but still passionate about keeping the wheels turning?
Yolk Recruitment is proud to be working with a global leader in packaging, to support their growing Highbridge site. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a role with responsibility but better work-life balance, this is a brilliant opportunity to take ownership of engineering across a fast-paced production site.
You'll be the go-to engineer on site, responsible for maintaining everything from plant machinery to facilities - with the autonomy to shape the role and build strong relationships with trusted suppliers and contractors.
This is what you'll be doing:
As the Site Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
* Leading all site-based engineering activity - from planned maintenance to emergency breakdowns.
* Creating and delivering preventative maintenance schedules to reduce unplanned downtime.
* Taking the lead on minor site projects, equipment upgrades and investment planning.
* Managing engineering stock and stores in a cost-effective way.
* Coordinating and overseeing contractors for repairs, servicing and new installs.
* Supporting Health, Safety & Environmental objectives across the site.
The experience you'll bring to the team:
* A mechanical engineering qualification (essential).
* Basic understanding of electrical systems (desirable).
* Hands-on experience with maintenance in a manufacturing or industrial setting - either as a recent apprentice or experienced time-served engineer.
* Strong organisational and communication skills.
* Comfortable using a computer and writing maintenance reports.
* The ability to take ownership and work independently.
And this is what you'll get in return:
* Starting salary of £45,000
* Days-based working pattern - Monday to Friday
* Stable and friendly working environment
* Opportunity to make the role your own - perfect for someone looking for autonomy
* Backing from a global organisation with strong investment and values
Are you up to the challenge?
If you're a newly qualified engineer ready to take your first step, or you're looking to scale things back without stepping away entirely - we want to hear from you.
Get in touch today with engineering recruitment specialist Liam Reid. Apply with your CV and, if you like, include a cover letter explaining why this role is right for you.
We also offer a generous referral scheme - so if you know someone perfect for this, let us know!
*Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. If you haven't heard from us within 7 days, unfortunately, you've not been successful this time.
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