Mechanical Engineer

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Sleaford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Sleaford to provide effective engineering support to the production team. Responsibilities include responding to breakdowns, performing maintenance, and ensuring equipment meets performance specifications. The ideal candidate should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, possess problem-solving skills, and have a good command of English. Experience in food processing machinery is a plus. This is a full-time position with a salary of £52,294 per annum.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Recognised UK qualifications required.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good standard of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and safely to plant stoppages and breakdowns.
• Maintain, adjust, and repair equipment for optimum performance.
• Carry out planned maintenance and fault-finding on machinery.
• Ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Mechanical drive systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Health & Safety compliance

Good English communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

MS642 - Mechanical Engineer

Salary: £52,294 per annum

Location: Sleaford

Shift Pattern: Saturday, Sunday, Monday - 16:00 - 04:00

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking anMechanical Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. The successful candidate will provide an effective engineering service to the production team, responding promptly to demands and maintaining equipment both proactively and reactively. Ensure factory performance meets targets and KPIs, improve equipment availability and performance to meet OEE targets, and accurately capture all engineering labour and parts using the PPM system (SAP).

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and safely to plant stoppages and breakdowns.
• Maintain, adjust, and repair equipment for optimum performance.
• Carry out planned maintenance and fault-finding on machinery.
• Work with mechanical drive systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.
• Collaborate with the Engineering leadership team and external engineers for improvements.
• Comply with Health & Safety rules, including COSHH and LO/TO procedures.
• Complete accurate documentation and PPM records in SAP.
• Support training and assessment of staff on machine operation.
• Contribute to energy reduction and environmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Mechanical).
• Recognised UK qualifications.
• Previous experience in manufacturing operations.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good standard of written and spoken English.

Desirable

• Experience in food processing or poultry machinery.
• Welding (preferably TIG).
• Knowledge of lean techniques and automated machinery.
• Computer literacy and SAP experience.
• 17th/18th Edition qualification.