Contract Mechanical Engineer (Ltd Co)

Staffline Group PLC; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering service provider in Reading seeks a Contract Mechanical Engineer for hands-on support in a busy production environment. In this role, you will perform welding, fabrication, and maintenance on production machinery while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £33-34, working Monday to Friday with 8-hour rotating shifts. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with strong welding and mechanical fitting experience in manufacturing settings.

Benefits

Competitive £33–34 per hour 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, fabrication, and mechanical fitting.
• Previous production experience with conveyors, motors, or heavy plant.

Responsibilities

• Carry out welding, fabrication, and mechanical fitting.
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on production machinery.
• Attend to breakdowns and deliver effective mechanical repairs.

Skills

Welding (MIG / TIG / Arc)

Mechanical fitting

Problem-solving

Ability to read engineering drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Contract Mechanical Engineer (Ltd Co)

Posted on December 16th, 2025

Reading

£33 - £34 per hour

Type of Job : Contract

Job Title : Contract Mechanical Engineer (Ltd Co)

Location : Reading 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

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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