Entry-Level Engineer

QS Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK recruitment agency is seeking candidates for an entry-level role in the engineering industry located in the East Midlands. This position involves machine maintenance, testing, and project development. Ideal candidates should have a basic understanding of mechanics and electrics, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn. The role offers a starting hourly rate of £14, with opportunities for progression and additional training. Standard working hours are 08:00 to 16:00 Monday to Friday, with rotations including on-call weekend hours.

Benefits

Accrual of 28 days holiday per year

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• No specific experience required, but an understanding of mechanics and electrics is beneficial.
• Hard-working person committed to learning.
• Professional attitude and excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine maintenance and testing.
• Fix identified issues.
• Assist with project development.

Skills

Understanding of mechanics

Understanding of electrics

Excellent communication skills

Reliability

Eager learner

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY TO GET INTO THE ENGINEERING INDUSTRY AND APPLY TODAY!

Would you like to be responsible for the following duties:

• Machine maintenance and testing
• Fixing issues that you have identified
• Helping with project development

This is an entry level role so you will not need any specific experience however having an understanding of mechanics and electrics will be very beneficial.

You will be a reliable and eager learner who is looking to create a career and progress. Apply with your most recent CV to start immediately in this role!

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: You will be paid £14 per hour with a view to increase when your training is complete. You will be working on a temp to perm basis. Holiday will be accrued up to 28 days per year pro rata. We do not offer Visa Sponsorships.

Working Hours: You will work 08:00 to 16:00 Monday to Friday while you are a trainee in this role. Once you have progressed you will work 06:00 to 14:00 / 14:00 to 22:00, Monday to Friday on rotation. Occasionally, you will need to be on call at the weekends between 08:00 to 18:00. You will be paid extra for this.

Closing Date: 20260302

Experience & Qualifications

What are we looking for:

• A hard-working person committed to learning
• Reliable candidate with a professional attitude
• Excellent communication skills. Good spoken and written English.
• Flexible working hours as the job role progresses
• Someone with an understanding of mechanical or electrical work