Job Description
Lead Mechanical Engineer| Bath | £50,000 + Excellent Benefits
Location: Bath (on-site)
Hours: MonThurs 8am4pm, Fri 8am3pm
On-call: 1 in 6 rotation after 36 months (with call-out premium)
Were working with a well-established, high-security manufacturing site in the Bath area, currently looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their growing engineering team. If you're an experienced mechanical professional from a process or manufacturing background, this is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal role at a complex, technically interesting facility.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead hands-on mechanical maintenance across a range of plant and production equipment.
* Ensure all maintenanceboth planned and reactiveis carried out to a high standard.
* Work closely with HSE teams to uphold safety, environmental, and security standards.
* Take a proactive role in root cause analysis and long-term engineering solutions.
* Support monthly and annual shutdowns, including planning and execution.
* Supervise contractors and assist in the development of multi-skilled shift engineers.
* Manage engineering spares, stores, purchasing, and equipment installation/modification.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and maintenance system updates.
What Youll Need
* Strong mechanical maintenance background in a manufacturing/process environment.
* Experience leading or mentoring engineering teams.
* A formal qualification in Mechanical Engineering (HND, BSc, or equivalent).
* Comfortable using PC-based systems and CMMS (ideally Planet FM).
* Familiarity with both process and service equipment.
* HSE qualification (e.g., NEBOSH) preferred training can be provided.
* Willingness to join an on-call rota after initial settling period.
Whats On Offer
* Salary: £50,000
* 34 days holiday (with option to sell 5 days)
* Up to 15% pension contribution (you 6%, company 9%)
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance (4x salary)
* Digital GP & Employee Assistance Programme
* Paid training and development
* Generous benefits including cycle to work, shopping discounts, on-site parking, Costco membership, and more
If you are interested, please call Sam Bishop on 0117 325 2233 or apply online
* Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position *
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