Mechanical Engineer

E3 Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for their site near Dewsbury. You will conduct maintenance on production machinery, ensuring efficiency and minimal downtime. The position offers a secure role, excellent training, and a work-life balance with no shifts. Ideal candidates possess an NVQ Level 3 and relevant experience in heavy engineering. Apply now to join a respected company with a rich history.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Long-term role

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing or heavy engineering environment required.
• Ability to work with core mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on production machinery.
• Ensure efficient operation of equipment minimizing downtime.
• Support continuous production targets effectively.

Skills

Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer

Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes

Ability to fault find and carry out repairs

Good awareness of health and safety standards

Flexible and reliable team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

BTEC Level 3 or Advanced Modern Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

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 near Dewsbury. 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: 45,000 per year
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 6am-4pm (10 hours per day) with some flexibility
• Days only - no shifts or nights
• Secure, long-term role with a business that continues to grow
• Excellent training and development opportunities

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.