Mechanical Engineer
Location: Port Talbot Site
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Salary: Up to A GBP 50,000 DOE (Overtime available at x1.5 on weekdays and x2 on weekends)
Hours: Day and night sifts : 12 hours per shift (42.5 hours week 1 then 44hrs weeks )
Are you a hands:on Mechanical Engineer with a knack for solving problems and keeping production moving? Were looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join a high:performing maintenance team at a state:of:the:art manufacturing site in Port Talbot.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a modern, fast:paced environment producing high:quality products used in personal care, healthcare, and pharmaceutical markets. If you thrive in an FMCG environment and are passionate about engineering excellence, this role is for you.
What Youll Be Doing
* Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on production equipment
* Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults swiftly to minimise downtime
* Maintaining accurate records and reports
* Ensuring strict compliance with Health and Safety regulations
* Supporting production targets and site performance
What Were Looking For
* Essential:
* Time:served Mechanical Apprenticeship
* GCSEs (A:C) in English, Science, and Mathematics (or equivalent)
* FMCG manufacturing experience
* Proven track record of responding to mechanical breakdowns
* Desirable:
* HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering
* Experience in a BRC Certified workplace
* Counterbalance forklift license
* Welding and machining skills Your Skills and Attributes
* A practical, hands:on approach with a strong work ethic
* Self:motivated and capable of managing your own workload
* Great communication skills across all levels
* Strong attention to detail and time management
* Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
* Analytical thinker with solid IT skills
Benefits to include 4 pension, on site parking, annual medical check, childcare vouchers and more.
Closing date is 20/02/26
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