Mechanical Engineer / Fitter
Location: Newark area
Shifts: 4 on 4 off (days and nights - average 43 hours/week)
Salary: £42,000 - £50,000 DOE + Paid Overtime
We're working with a specialist animal by-product processing business supplying into the pet food and biofuel sectors, to support their search for a skilled Mechanical Engineer / Fitter. This is a hands-on, site-based role for someone who thrives in a high-output, high-spec manufacturing environment.
You'll be part of a dedicated engineering team, playing a key role in the maintenance and continuous improvement of plant, equipment and infrastructure.
What You'll Be Doing:
Carrying out proactive and reactive maintenance across a range of plant machinery
Supporting production by maximising uptime and asset utilisation
Identifying and resolving faults using mechanical diagnostics
Contributing to process improvements, new equipment installations, and ongoing upgrades
Driving efficiency gains and utility cost savings while maintaining production flexibility
Conducting planned maintenance using the Holistech CMMS system
Ensuring all work is compliant with H&S procedures, SOPs and relevant legislation
Completing all required documentation to meet statutory and audit requirements
What We're Looking For:
Background in mechanical engineering with proven hands-on skills
Experience in manufacturing, process or heavy industr...