Mechanical Engineer

Sigma Recruitment Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in South Wales is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to enhance engineering standards and drive performance improvements. This role offers the chance to lead a team, tackle complex engineering challenges, and implement innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. With a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and strategic leadership, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's future. The position comes with an attractive salary, a generous relocation package, and opportunities for career development, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance

Bonus

Pension Plan

25 + 8 Holidays

Call-out Allowance

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in mechanical engineering with experience.
• Proven track record in mechanical maintenance in heavy industry.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvements in mechanical engineering standards and performance.
• Lead and mentor maintenance technicians and contractors.
• Design and install new mechanical equipment for efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Data-Driven Decision Making

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC/HND in Engineering

Job description

Up to £52500 per annum + £15K for relocation, 10% bonus

Location

Cardiff

Job Reference

BBBH4570Car

Job Type

Permanent

Posted Date

01/05/2025

Opportunity to relocate to Cardiff-£15K relocation allowance available!

Learn & Develop - Benefit from an in-house learning and development team dedicated to helping you grow and progress in your career.

Boost Your Career - Join a major South Wales brand, where you'll put your engineering leadership skills to the test in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Make a Difference - Be involved in continuous improvement projects that will shape the company's future.

Relocation - relocate to Cardiff with the aid of a relocation allowance of up to £15K, up to £8K, of which is tax-free!

What you'll do as a mechanical engineer:

As the Mechanical Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in pushing mechanical engineering standards within a lean, Total Quality Management (TQM) environment. You won't be content with just maintaining current processes; you'll be tasked with driving significant improvements in performance and reliability across the site. Your key focus areas will include:

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Harness engineering data and analytics to predict and prevent potential downtime, ensuring smooth operations and maximising efficiency.
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement long-term maintenance strategies that reduce reactive maintenance, providing a proactive approach to asset care.
• Team Development: Lead and mentor maintenance technicians and contractors, instilling best practices and ensuring your team consistently meets high-performance standards.
• Advanced Problem-Solving: Tackle complex hydraulic and pneumatic challenges, allowing you to stretch your technical capabilities and deliver innovative solutions.
• Design & Implementation: Spearhead the design and installation of new mechanical equipment that will enhance production efficiency and contribute to the overall improvement of the site.

What You'll Need to Succeed as a Mechanical Engineer

• Qualifications: Ideally, a degree in mechanical engineering, though HNC/HND qualifications with significant experience will also be considered.
• Experience: Proven track record in mechanical maintenance within heavy industrial settings.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics, with a knack for solving complex engineering challenges.

The package on offer:

A salary of up to £52,500, a relocation allowance of up to £15K, of which up to £8K is tax-free, plus a bonus of up to 10%, a call-out allowance of £2,500, a 5% pension and 25 + 8 holidays.

About the employer

A major employer and respected brand in South Wales, the UK, and across Europe. Known for significant investments in the region and offering a stable, secure career opportunity.

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