Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

United In Recruitment Ltd; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Technician for a facility in Runcorn. The role involves installing and maintaining electrical and instrumentation equipment. Candidates should possess NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering and demonstrate experience in electrical roles. The job offers a competitive hourly rate with shift allowances and an attractive benefits package including a bonus scheme based on attendance.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Health cash plans

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical and instrumentation role across multiple sectors.
• Must be a qualified electrician with experience.
• Mechanical ability with valuable electrical experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on a variety of systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and enhance system reliability.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong knowledge of electrical systems

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Proficiency with electrical drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent

18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671)

Tools

PLCs

SCADA systems

Job description

My very busy well-established recycling clients are now looking to add to the team a Mechanical Technician for the facility in Runcorn. As a subsidiary of a large group focused on growing the circular economy and they see innovation within the company as pivotal to the global sustainability strategy, taking the development of the people and site capabilities to the next level will be the focus in 2025/2026.

Monday – Friday

Salary will be an hourly rate – 162 hours per month. £18.87 plus £1.89 shift allowance (£20.76 when working shifts after probation of 3 months). First 3 months basic then once passed will do shifts so will get the £1.89 on top. You are also entitled to a bonus each month for attendance and hitting production target – £60 for attendance and £50 for hitting production target.

Your role

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Mechanical Technician to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation equipment in compliance with industry regulations, health & safety standards, and company procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Installation & Maintenance: Install, calibrate, and maintain electrical and instrumentation systems, including motors, sensors, actuators, PLCs, and control panels.
• Carry out mechanical tasks as part of a multifunctional team.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation faults on a variety of systems.
• Maximise OEE: Carry out TPM tasks to ensure maximum OEE is achieved.
• Testing & Calibration: Perform routine testing, calibration, and validation of instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Documentation: Accurately maintain records of all electrical and instrumentation work, including maintenance logs, calibration reports, work orders and spare part stores management.
• Compliance: Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, including the Electricity at Work Regulations, IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671), and company policies.
• Health & Safety: Follow strict health & safety guidelines, conducting risk assessments and ensuring compliance with safe work practices.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance system reliability and efficiency.
• Liaison: Work closely with engineers, production teams, and external contractors to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• This role will work a shift pattern of 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm. The pattern will change on a weekly basis.

Your profile

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent.
• 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671) (desirable).
• Instrumentation certification (desirable).
• COMPEX certification (desirable).

Experience

• Demonstratable experience in an electrical and instrumentation role, across multiple sectors including manufacturing, industrial, energy, or related industries.
• Must be a time served/qualified electrician with experience.
• Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and automation is advantageous.
• Must have mechanical ability, with electrical experience desirable.
• Experience working in hazardous environments (ATEX) (desirable).
• Familiarity with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) (desirable).

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, control systems, and instrumentation technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with electrical drawings and schematics.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance – 24 days rising to 25 after 2 years’ service.
• OT and flexi banked.
• Buying & selling holidays – up to 4 or 5 days after 2 years.
• Employee benefits platform.
• CSP.
• Health & wellbeing.
• Free flu jabs.
• Occupational health.
• Pension scheme.
• Health cash plans.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Social culture and events.
• Access to external training and supported education.
• Long service awards.
• Bonus scheme – they get an attendance bonus with a production element each month they have 100% attendance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.