Hands-On Mechanical Engineer Assistant (Accommodation Available)

Promatchconsultancy; Lairg; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation available

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

ProMatch invites applications for a practical, hands-on Mechanical Engineering Assistant to join our client's team in Sutherland. You will work alongside the Engineering Manager and site teams to keep equipment running safely and efficiently across seawater and freshwater operations, including boats, lifting gear, vehicles, and site machinery.

This role suits someone with on-site mechanical skills gained in farming, marine, or vehicle maintenance environments.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical experience in farming, marine, or vehicle maintenance environments.
• Ability to use tools and operate equipment safely.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety practices and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair machinery, boats, lifting equipment and vehicles.
• Support moorings work and assist site teams with day-to-day operations.
• Spot and report equipment issues to reduce downtime and costs; follow Health & Safety and fish welfare standards.
• Help with waste management and upkeep of equipment.
• Take part in training, support new staff and cover occasional out-of-hours duties

Skills

Mechanical experience

Tool use

Health & Safety

Problem solving

Communication skills

Driving licence

Willingness to learn

Job description

ProMatch invites applications for a practical, hands-on Mechanical Engineering Assistant to join our client's team in Sutherland. You will work alongside the Engineering Manager and site teams to keep equipment running safely and efficiently across seawater and freshwater operations, including boats, lifting gear, vehicles, and site machinery.

This role suits someone with on-site mechanical skills gained in farming, marine, or vehicle maintenance environments.