Engineer - Blackgang Chine

Blackgang Chine; Ventnor; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Company pension

Technical training and professional发展

Emergency First Aid at Work

Rescue at Height training

Family Frequent Visitor Passes

Food and drink discount

Retail discount

On-site parking

Job summary

Blackgang Chine is seeking an experienced Engineer to join the Maintenance Team at Blackgang Chine on the Isle of Wight. The role covers maintenance of rides, attractions, vehicles, plant and mechanical equipment, with hands-on duties across a diverse set of assets.

You will perform preventative maintenance, faults diagnosis and repairs, and support safety inspections and overhaul programmes. Training will be provided for our rides and systems.

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 2 or above, or equivalent).
• Experience in mechanical maintenance within manufacturing, industrial, automotive, agricultural, marine, logistics or leisure environments.
• Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence using digital maintenance systems and mobile technology.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance on rides and attractions.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out mechanical repairs.
• Completing daily, weekly and monthly ride safety inspections using Mobaro.
• Supporting the annual ride overhaul programme and preparing rides for independent inspection.
• Maintaining site vehicles, generators, compressors, plant and horticultural equipment.
• Assisting with fabrication, refurbishment and improvement projects across the park.
• Maintaining accurate engineering records and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the park to minimise downtime and maintain guest experience.

Skills

Fault finding

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Digital maintenance systems

Driving licence

Education

Engineering qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2+)

Job description

Engineer - Blackgang Chine

Location: Blackgang Chine, Isle of Wight

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Help keep the magic running.
Blackgang Chine has been creating unforgettable family adventures for over 180 years. Behind every ride and attraction is a dedicated engineering team committed to keeping the park safe, reliable and ready to delight thousands of visitors each season.

We're looking for an experienced Engineer to join our team. This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll work on everything from amusement rides and attractions to vehicles, plant and mechanical equipment. No two days are the same.

The Role

Working within our Maintainance Team, you'll play a key role in maintaining the park's rides, attractions and mechanical assets to the highest standards of safety and reliability.

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance on rides and attractions.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out mechanical repairs.
• Completing daily, weekly and monthly ride safety inspections using our digital maintenance management system (Mobaro).
• Supporting the annual ride overhaul programme and preparing rides for independent inspection.
• Maintaining site vehicles, generators, compressors, plant and horticultural equipment.
• Assisting with fabrication, refurbishment and improvement projects across the park.
• Maintaining accurate engineering records and ensuring compliance with relevant safety standards.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the park to minimise downtime and maintain an exceptional guest experience.

About You

You’ll be a practical, safety-conscious engineer who enjoys problem solving and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.

Ideally you’ll have:

• A recognised engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 2 or above, or equivalent experience).
• Experience in mechanical maintenance within manufacturing, industrial, automotive, agricultural, marine, logistics or leisure environments.
• Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence using digital maintenance systems and mobile technology.
• A full UK driving licence.

Previous experience within the attractions industry is advantageous but not essential. Full training will be provided on our rides and systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
• Company pension.
• Ongoing technical training and professional development.
• Emergency First Aid at Work and Rescue at Height training.
• Six complimentary Family Frequent Visitor Passes.
• 50% discount on food and drink, plus subsidised staff meals during the operating season.
• 20% retail discount.
• Free on-site parking.
• The opportunity to work on a unique and diverse range of mechanical equipment in one of the UK's most iconic theme parks.

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