Mechanical & Electrical Engineer in Greenock

Energy Jobline ZR; Greenock; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Factory Maintenance) to provide hands-on mechanical maintenance across a high-volume production facility in Scotland. You will drive reliability, minimise downtime and support engineering improvements while working closely with production teams on day-to-day operations.

The role requires a technical qualification in mechanical engineering, experience in fast-paced manufacturing, and the ability to work independently with a proactive

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record in fast-paced, high‑pressure manufacturing environments.
• 17th Edition IET Electrical Regulations qualification.
• Hands‑on experience with steam boilers, compressors, pumps, valves, conveyors and weighing systems.
• Advanced workshop capability: turning, milling, drilling, tapping, helicoiling, pipefitting and welding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical faults quickly and implement robust long‑term solutions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimisation.
• Maintain and repair steam systems, compressors, pumps, valves, conveyors, and weighing equipment.
• Produce, modify and repair components using workshop machinery and fabrication tools.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with standards.
• Collaborate with production teams to reduce downtime and enhance performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to engineering planning.

Skills

Problem solving

Hands-on engineering

Collaborative teamwork

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Workshop machinery

Turning

Milling

Drilling

Tapping

Helicoiling

Pipefitting

Welding

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer (Factory Maintenance)

Role Purpose

To provide expert mechanical maintenance support across a high-volume production facility, ensuring machinery reliability, minimising downtime, and contributing to ongoing engineering improvements. This is a hands‑on role suited to an engineer who enjoys problem‑solving, precision work, and being actively involved in the day‑to‑day running of a busy manufacturing site.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance on a wide range of mechanical equipment
• Diagnose mechanical faults quickly and effectively, implementing robust long‑term solutions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, contributing engineering insight to process optimisation
• Maintain and repair steam systems, compressors, pumps, valves, conveyors, and weighing systems
• Produce, modify, and repair components using workshop machinery and fabrication tools
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with regulatory and internal standards
• Collaborate with production teams to reduce downtime and enhance operational performance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to engineering planning

Required Qualifications & Experience

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a Mechanical Engineering discipline, or substantial proven experience
• Strong background infast-paced, high‑pressure manufacturing environments
• 17th Edition IET Electrical Regulations qualification
• Demonstrable experience working with:
• Steam boilers and associated systems
• Compressors, pumps, valves
• Conveyor systems and weighing equipment
• Advanced workshop capability,, including:
• Turning, milling, drilling, tapping, helicoiling
• Pipefitting and plumbing
• Welding, fabrication, cutting, folding, and forming various materials
• Proven track record of delivering engineering improvements within a production setting
• Strong practical mindset with a proactive, solutions‑focused approach

Desirable Attributes

• Ability to work independently and prioritise effectively
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style
• A genuine interest in improving manufacturing processes and equipment performance
• Resides ideally within a 15 mile radius of the factory for effective response times

What’s on Offer

• Above industry standard salary, reflective of experience and technical capability
• Opportunity to join a long‑established, market‑leading Scottish manufacturer
• A stable, supportive engineering team with ongoing investment in equipment and site development
• The chance to influence engineering standards and contribute to continuous improvement projects