Mechanical Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Leyland; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Leyland is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer. This role offers a salary of £42,000 to £45,000, with over 100 days of annual leave and a focus on work-life balance. The ideal candidate should have strong mechanical skills and experience in a manufacturing environment. This position promises growth and development opportunities within a stable company.

Benefits

Salary: £42,000-£45,000 (DOE)

Over 100 days annual leave

Enhanced overtime rates

Pension contribution up to 5%

Personalised training and career development plan

Opportunities for internal promotion

Free on-site parking

Mental health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Confident working with pumps, conveyors, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across production machinery.
• Work as part of a skilled maintenance team.
• Support engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical Bias

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability

Good organisation and communication skills

PC Literate

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Pumps

Conveyors

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Incredible Time Off (100+ Days Annual Leave!)

Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 per annum
Location: Leyland
Shift Pattern: Days and Nights

We're working with a leading manufacturing business in Leyland that continues to expand year after year. Due to ongoing growth and investment, they are now looking to recruit a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their high-performing engineering team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, forward-thinking company that truly values work-life balance — with over 100 days off per year, plus access to extensive training and development.

The Role - Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across production machinery and site equipment.
• Work as part of a skilled maintenance team to deliver reliability improvements.
• Support engineering projects, installations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently, with a focus on minimising downtime.

Requirements

• Mechanical Bias
• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Experience within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment (forces backgrounds also considered).
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
• Confident working with pumps, conveyors, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Good organisation and communication skills.
• PC literate; IOSH or H&S qualification desirable.

Benefits

• Salary: £42,000-£45,000 (DOE)
• Over 100 days annual leave per year due to unique shift pattern
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Pension contribution up to 5%
• Personalised training and career development plan
• Opportunities for internal promotion and progression
• Free on-site parking & cycle-to-work scheme
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Job security with a growing business committed to long-term success

Commutable From: Preston, Chorley, Wigan, Blackburn, Bolton, Southport, Ormskirk.

This is an opportunity not to be missed! If you are interested in this position and believe you have the right skills, please click Apply below or contact Adem Halilat for more information.