Contract Mechanical Engineer (Ltd Co)

Staffline; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading manufacturing business is seeking a Contract Mechanical Engineer to provide hands-on support in a busy, automated production environment. The role involves welding, fabrication, and maintenance to ensure equipment uptime. The ideal candidate will have strong welding experience and formal qualifications in Mechanical Engineering. Competitive rates of £33-34 per hour and the opportunity to work in an award-winning facility are on offer.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Free onsite parking

Modern facilities

Qualifications

• Time-served apprentice or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in welding (MIG/TIG/Arc), fabrication, and mechanical fitting.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out welding, fabrication, and mechanical fitting.
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance across production machinery.
• Support heavy plant and automated systems.

Skills

Welding (MIG/TIG/Arc)

Fabrication

Mechanical fitting

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Time-served apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: Contract Mechanical Engineer (Ltd Co)

Location: Readng area

Rate: £33–34 per hour (Outside IR35, Ltd Company welcome)

Contract Type: 3 months ongoing initially, potential to extend

Shifts: Monday to Friday – 8-hour rotating shifts

The Opportunity

We’re recruiting for an experienced Contract Mechanical Engineer to provide hands‑on mechanical and welding support within a busy, automated production environment. This is a great opportunity to join a market‑leading manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability.

You’ll play a key role in welding, fabrication, and fitting tasks, supporting production line maintenance and improvement projects while ensuring equipment uptime and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out welding, fabrication, and mechanical fitting to support production and maintenance activities.
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance across production machinery, including conveyors, motors, and drives.
• Support heavy plant and automated systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, and robotic handling equipment.
• Attend to breakdowns promptly, delivering fast, safe, and effective mechanical repairs.
• Assist in modification and improvement projects on process lines and production equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring reliability and performance targets are achieved.
• Maintain safe working practices and uphold engineering standards across all tasks.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Time‑served apprentice or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in welding (MIG/TIG/Arc), fabrication, and mechanical fitting.
• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment – ideally with conveyors, motors, drives, or heavy plant.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work independently on maintenance or modification projects.
• A proactive, problem‑solving approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Computer literate with a good understanding of maintenance reporting systems.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive £33–35 per hour rate (Outside IR35)
• Monday–Friday, 8-hour rotating shifts
• Opportunity to work at a well‑invested, award‑winning site
• Free onsite parking and modern facilities
• Chance to contribute to high‑profile production projects

For more information, contact Mike Butler at Techsearch on 0113 212 3519 or email [e-mail]

Candidates with backgrounds as a Contract Mechanical Fitter, Welder/Fabricator, Multi‑Skilled Engineer, Plant Engineer, or Maintenance Engineer will be well‑suited to this position.

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