Engineering Labourer

H.A McEwen (Boiler Repairs) Ltd; Cowling; On-site; GBP 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Working away bonus

Food allowance

Full training and ongoing development

Job summary

H.A McEwen (Boiler Repairs) Ltd, based in Cowling, West Yorkshire, is recruiting an Engineering Labourer / Trainee Engineer to support its engineering team. The role offers hands-on experience in workshop and site work with full training provided.

You will develop practical engineering skills across multiple disciplines, with progression opportunities and travel where required. A 3-month introductory contract with potential for permanent placement is offered.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Must be able to reliably commute to Cowling, West Yorkshire.
• Comfortable with practical, hands-on work.
• Willingness to travel and work away when required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting engineers with day-to-day tasks on-site and in the workshop.
• Preparing tools, materials, and equipment for projects.
• Loading, unloading, and transporting materials.
• Collecting and delivering parts and equipment when required.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Supporting engineers during repairs, installations, and maintenance activities.
• Carrying out general labouring duties to assist project completion.
• Following company health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Reliability

Problem-solving

Practical mindset

Job description

JULY 2026

Location: Cowling, near Keighley, West Yorkshire

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent (following successful completion of initial contract period)

Salary: From £12.75 per hour (dependent on experience and skills)

Hours: 45 hours per week, with overtime available

H.A McEwen (Boiler Repairs) Ltd is a family-run specialist engineering company based in Cowling, near Keighley, West Yorkshire. We provide a wide range of services across the industrial and heritage boiler sectors, including boiler repairs, maintenance, installation, fabrication, pipework projects, and specialist engineering solutions.

With many years of experience working on both modern industrial systems and traditional heritage equipment, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship and developing skilled engineers within our team.

Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and reliable Engineering Labourer / Trainee Engineer to support our experienced engineering team across a variety of interesting and challenging projects.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide essential support to our engineers, helping ensure our workshop, site operations, and projects run efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.

This role is ideal for someone with an interest in engineering who is looking to develop their practical skills and gain experience within a specialist engineering environment. Full training will be provided, with opportunities to progress and undertake further specialist training courses.

You will work alongside our experienced teams across several areas of the business, including:

Service and Repair Work

Supporting Our Service Team With

• Preparation for annual boiler inspections
• Preparation for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Valve servicing and overhauls
• Valve and pipework repairs
• General maintenance and engineering support

Installation and Fabrication Projects

• Boiler plant installations
• Pipework installation and repairs
• Engineering modifications and improvements
• Projects from initial preparation through to completion

Heritage Engineering

Working alongside our Heritage Team, you will gain experience in traditional and specialist repair techniques, including methods that are becoming increasingly rare within modern industry.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Your Duties Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Assisting engineers with day-to-day tasks on-site and in the workshop
• Preparing tools, materials, and equipment for projects
• Loading, unloading, and transporting materials
• Collecting and delivering parts and equipment when required
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Supporting engineers during repairs, installations, and maintenance activities
• Carrying out general labouring duties to assist project completion
• Following company health and safety procedures at all times

Working Away and Travel Requirements

The role will primarily be based at our works in Cowling, West Yorkshire; however, occasional travel and working away across the UK will be required.

The length of time away will depend on the project requirements, but will generally involve short periods away from home, usually Monday to Friday. Occasional weekend working may also be required to support customer requirements, planned shutdowns, specialist installations, or time-sensitive projects.

Additional benefits are available for working away, including travel support, allowances, and food expenses.

About You

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good attention to detail and pride in their work
• The ability to work well within a team
• A flexible approach to different tasks and working environments
• The ability to follow instructions and work safely
• Good problem-solving skills and a practical mindset
• Reliability and commitment to completing work to deadlines
• Previous experience working within an engineering, manufacturing, construction, or similar environment would be advantageous but is not essential

Training and Career Development

• Develop practical engineering skills
• Gain experience across multiple engineering disciplines
• Attend specialist training courses
• Progress their career within the company
• Build knowledge of industrial and heritage engineering techniques

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence is essential
• Must be able to reliably commute to our works in Cowling, West Yorkshire, or plan to relocate before starting work
• Comfortable with practical, hands-on work
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 45-hour basic working week
• Overtime opportunities
• Initial 3-month contract with potential to progress to a permanent position
• Full training and ongoing development
• Specialist engineering experience
• Working away bonus and food allowance
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within a specialist engineering company