Mechanical Craft Team Member, Corby in NN17, Corby, North Northamptonshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Corby; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering employer in Corby seeks a Mechanical Craft Team Member responsible for maintaining mill equipment and supporting tooling tasks. The ideal candidate has an NVQ3 in Mechanical Engineering, strong mechanical fitting skills, and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Benefits include 35 days of holiday and a defined contribution pension scheme. Explore this exciting opportunity to advance your career.

Benefits

35 days holidays

Annual Pay Review

Quarterly Bonus Scheme

Defined contribution pension with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discount scheme

Opportunity for progression

Additional training and funded courses

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship and NVQ3 in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in a Heavy Industrial environment.
• Exceptional mechanical fitting experience including bearing and gear fitting.
• Ability to conduct physically demanding tasks daily.
• UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist in roll stand refurbishment and keep mill equipment operational.
• Work on technical drawings to repair and replace parts.
• Use induction heaters and presses for mechanical tasks.
• Adhere to Health and Safety protocols and practices.

Skills

Mechanical fitting experience

Communication skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Time management

Education

NVQ3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Induction heaters

Presses

FLT experience

Overhead crane experience

Job description

Mechanical Craft Team Member

Location: TATA Steel, Weldon Rd, Corby NN17 5UA

Rate: £33,163 + 20% shift allowance = £(phone number removed)

This rises to £34,308 + 20% shift allowance (£41,169.60) upon successful completion of the probation period

Shifts: Days, 4‑week rotating shift pattern which does include weekend working 3 weekends out of 4. (Rest days included in the week)

Start: ASAP but pending the successful result of a medical assessment (This does include a drug and alcohol test)

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the roll stand refurbishment team, keeping the mill equipment in working order
• Assisting the tooling department with assigned duties
• Stripping down, inspecting and rebuilding roll stands
• Working with technical drawings to replace and/or repair parts, fitting bearings and gears
• Using induction heaters and presses
• Assisting other teams with moving spares around site
• Adhering to strict Health and Safety protocols and SSOW
• Supporting with improvement initiatives within the department

Essential Requirements

• Time‑served apprenticeship and NVQ3 (Mechanical Engineering)
• Previous experience (2+ years) within a Heavy Industrial environment
• Exceptional experience with mechanical fitting which includes bearing and gear fitting
• Experience using induction heaters and presses
• The ability to conduct a physically demanding role, with no concerns around working with grease, scale and dust on a daily basis
• UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
• Ability to be fully flexible and adhere to the shift pattern
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Desirable Requirements

• FLT experience (up to 2 tonnes)
• Overhead crane experience (up to 10 tonnes)

Benefits

• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Quarterly Bonus Scheme – subject to business performance
• One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)
• Employee Assistance Programme for financial, mental and physical support
• Employee discount scheme including discounts with Vodafone and Jaguar Land Rover
• Opportunity for progression into senior positions
• Ability to learn, grow and develop with additional training and funded courses

Application

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.
Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.