Mechanical Engineer

E3recruitment; Heckmondwike; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer at their site in Heckmondwike. This role focuses on preventative and reactive maintenance of various production machinery, requiring strong knowledge of mechanical systems. The position offers a salary of £43,000 per year, a stable work environment, and opportunities for training and career development. Ideal for candidates looking for long-term security and a good work-life balance.

Benefits

Pension contribution up to 10%

Training and career development

Employee benefits program

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven experience in a heavy engineering environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on machinery.
• Work with hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes, and conveyors.
• Minimise downtime and support continuous production.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Experience in manufacturing environments

Knowledge of hydraulics

Ability to fault find

Awareness of health and safety standards

Team player

Education

BTEC Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced Modern Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A leading UK manufacturer with over 200 years of history and multiple sites across the country is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their team at their busy site in West Yorkshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and well-established business, working on a wide range of heavy industrial equipment in a modern manufacturing environment.

What’s in it for you

• Salary: £43,000 per year

• Hours: Monday to Friday (day shifts only), with flexible scheduling. Two shift options available: 8:30am-5:00pm or 5:00am-1:30pm.

• Days only – no shifts or nights

• Secure, long-term role with a business that continues to grow

• Pension contribution up to 10% and excellent benefits package

• Training and career development, including health and safety training, management training (ILM), cross skilling and upskilling

• Aviva Digicare+

• Share option scheme, plus employee benefits program

The Role

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance across a wide range of production machinery. This includes working with hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes, shafts, bearings, conveyors and other core mechanical systems. You will ensure equipment runs efficiently, minimising downtime and supporting continuous production targets.

Skills and Experience

• NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level 3 or Advanced Modern Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer in a manufacturing, industrial or heavy engineering environment

• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes, shafts, bearings and conveyors

• Ability to fault find and carry out repairs in a fast-paced production setting

• Good awareness of health and safety standards in a manufacturing environment

• Flexible, reliable and a strong team player

This is a days only role, perfect for a skilled Mechanical Engineer looking for security, career progression and work-life balance within a respected UK manufacturer.

Apply today to take the next step in your career as a Mechanical Engineer with a company that values its people and has been a trusted name in manufacturing for over two centuries.