Lead Mechanical Engineer | Bath | £50,000 + Excellent Benefits Location: Bath (on-site) Hours: Mon–Thurs 8am–4pm, Fri 8am–3pm On-call: 1 in 6 rotation after 3–6 months (with call-out premium) We’re 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 maintenance—both planned and reactive—is 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 You’ll Need * Strong mechanical maintenance background in a manufacturing/proce...