Salary: £47,500 – £50,000
Location: UK (Critical Environment)
Shift Pattern: Continental Shift | 4 on 4 off | 6am–6pm
Employment Type: Permanent
Role
We are recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a site-based engineering team within a critical environment. The role involves carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance, ensuring all mechanical systems operate safely, reliably, and to a high standard.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to develop their career in a highly regulated environment with strong long-term progression and training opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out mechanical PPMs and reactive maintenance
* Fault finding and repair of mechanical plant and systems, including pumps, valves, motors, and associated equipment
* Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety procedures
* Complete maintenance documentation accurately and on time
* Support site uptime and reliability within a critical environment
* Work effectively as part of a shift-based engineering team
Salary & Benefits
* Starting salary: £47,500
* Salary increase to £50,000 following successful completion of a technical assessment (approx. 6 months)
* 20 days annual leave, shift-based
* Salary sacrifice benefits scheme
* Workplace pension
* Strong training, development, and progression opportunities
Security & Eligibility Requirements
* Have been a UK resident for at least 5 years
* Successfully pass BPSS and SC clearance
About You
* Mechanical engineering background
* Experience carrying out PPM and reactive maintenance
* Comfortable working a continental shift pattern
* Experience in a critical or high-compliance environment (desirable but not essential)
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
* Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure
All applications will be handled confidentially.
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