Mechanical Engineer

Aspion; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Warrington seeks a Mechanical Engineer for maintenance roles on a COMAH site. The position offers a salary of £38,000 - £45,000 DOE and a bonus. Ideal candidates will have mechanical maintenance experience, problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude, with a strong investment in personal development and training.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare

Gym membership

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Mental Health First Aid support

Bike 2 Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience within a chemical or COMAH-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proven background in mechanical maintenance or multi-skilled engineering.
• Keen to learn and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Carry out both planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across all site equipment.
• Diagnose faults, prioritise maintenance tasks, and minimise downtime.
• Record and log maintenance activities using the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Problem-solving

Fault-finding

Team-oriented attitude

Welding

Education

Apprentice trained or equivalent experience

Job description

Location: Warrington

Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 DOE + Bonus

Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday (Days-only)

Are you a Mechanical Engineer looking for your next challenge? Do you want to join a leading manufacturing company that values its engineers and invests in their development? This is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to work on a highly regulated COMAH site in Warrington, supporting a well-established team known for quality, precision and high standards. If you are a Mechanical Engineer who enjoys problem-solving, hands-on maintenance and being part of a proactive engineering culture - this role is for you. If you can weld it’s a bonus!

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out both planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across all site equipment.
• Work on tanks, vessels, pumps, filling systems, valves and blending equipment.
• Strip, inspect, and rebuild relief valves, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
• Install and maintain tanks and associated pipework to support production operations.
• Diagnose faults, prioritise maintenance tasks, and minimise downtime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on plant reliability and performance.
• Participate in engineering projects including commissioning, installations, and equipment relocations.
• Work to high standards on a COMAH-regulated site, ensuring full compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Record and log maintenance activities accurately using the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

About You

• Apprentice trained or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience within a chemical or COMAH-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proven background in mechanical maintenance or multi-skilled engineering.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills with a proactive, team-oriented attitude.
• Keen to learn and develop professionally - the company is willing to invest and train the right person to a high standard.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary between £38,000 - £45,000 DOE + Bonus.
• Days-only shifts offering excellent work-life balance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Gym membership.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities - genuine investment in your growth.
• Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) support and wellbeing programs.
• Bike 2 Work scheme.
• Work as part of a friendly, long-standing engineering team with a strong safety culture and high operational standards.

Contact

To Apply or for questions, contact:

Zoe Murray
Senior Executive Consultant
Phone: (phone number removed)
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