Mechanical Engineer

Jobwise; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Skelmersdale is looking for an experienced Engineer with a mechanical bias. The role offers a salary of £58,944 and a comprehensive benefits package including a quarterly bonus, pension scheme, and ample holidays. Candidates should have relevant experience, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications, and a strong electro-mechanical background. Own transport is necessary for this position.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus

Company pension scheme

23 days holiday (plus extra day for birthday)

Free parking

Medical support including Virtual GP

Training and career prospects

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Engineering role with a strong mechanical bias.
• Hands-on experience with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent essential.
• Strong electro-mechanical knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running and maintenance of manufacturing assets.
• Carry out maintenance activities according to safety protocols.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical bias experience

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Recognised mechanical qualification

Electro-mechanical knowledge

Familiarity with CMMS and SCADA

Comfortable with LOTO processes

Understanding of technical standards

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Own transport required

Education

NVQ Level 3 Engineering

Tools

CMMS

SCADA

Job description

Are you an experienced Engineer with a mechanical bias? Would you like to work for a truly global brand and a real employer of choice? If so, this Engineer role could be just for you. Along with amazing career prospects and the kudos of working for one of the most well known brands in the world, the role offers a fantastic package and amazing career prospects.

There is a salary of £58,944 and benefits including quarterly bonus, pension scheme, childcare vouchers and holidays that increase to 23 days holiday (with the scope to buy or sell 3) plus your birthday as an extra day off, paid overtime, extended parental leave, company pension, staff discounts and plenty more!

What will you be doing as an Engineer:

Working as part of a team, you will be ensuring smooth and continued running of a large production site. You will ensure the smooth running and maintenance of all manufacturing assets, whilst delivering optimum plant reliability through preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, root cause analysis and continuous improvement. The role will focus on PPM to reduce the need to take a fire‑fighting approach to maintenance and repairs. Duties will include:

• Carrying out maintenance activities in your area of responsibility, maximising wrench time while following safety protocols
• Supporting continuous improvement using the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle
• Providing feedback to planners and leadership to help optimise schedules, frequency, and parts planning
• Conducting pre‑ and post‑maintenance quality checks
• Managing lubrication mapping and execution, and supporting the simplification and rationalisation of lubricants
• Training the autonomous maintenance team on equipment knowledge, basic Clean‑Inspect‑Lubricate routine and fault diagnostics
• Leading the root cause analysis sessions and offering technical expertise
• Promoting and maintaining strong 5S standards across the plant

The role will involve working a continental shift pattern, 3 on, 2 off with a 42.9 hour week on average with 12.25‑hour shifts: This will rotate between days (05:45‑18:00) and nights (17:45‑6:00) and includes nights, weekends and bank holidays.

We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Experience in a similar Engineering role with a strong mechanical bias with a large company background, ideally in manufacturing
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands‑on experience is essential
• Recognised mechanical academic qualification
• Strong electro‑mechanical knowledge
• Familiarity with CMMS and SCADA systems
• Comfortable with LOTO processes
• Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards
• A sense of ownership for safety, quality, and performance
• Problem‑solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Due to the location of the site, you will need your own transport

What will you get in return for your work as Engineer:

• A salary of £58,944 including shift allowance
• Quarterly bonus with the ability to earn up to another £3,200 pa
• Scope for paid overtime
• 23 days holiday (with the ability to buy or sell 3 days extra)
• Your birthday as an extra day off!
• Free parking
• Subsidised canteen
• Company pension scheme with increased company contributions
• Extended parental leave
• Staff discount
• Medical support including Virtual GP and Physiotherapy
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme
• PPE including uniform and safety boots provided, cleaned and maintained for you
• Long service awards
• Great career prospects with excellent training provided

If this sounds like an Engineer role you would LOVE, please send your CV today!

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