Mechanical Shift Engineer - Pressure Systems - Stevenage

RG Setsquare; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Days & Nights shifts

Permanent position

Training & development

Job summary

RG Setsquare in Stevenage is seeking a Mechanical Shift Engineer to support pressure systems. You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance on steam and boiler equipment, and act as Mechanical AP across the site.

The role requires strong knowledge of PPM, RAMS, permits to work, and fault diagnosis. You will work days and nights in a technically challenging environment with training and long-term development opportunities. Strong communication and problem solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Shift Engineer.
• Current or previous experience as a Mechanical Authorised Person (AP).
• Strong steam, boiler and pressure system experience.
• Relevant mechanical engineering qualification or time-served experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive and reactive mechanical maintenance.
• Act as Mechanical AP for steam, boilers and pressure systems.
• Manage mechanical isolations and Permit to Work procedures.
• Review RAMS and ensure safe systems of work are followed.
• Maintain pumps, valves, boilers and associated mechanical plant.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
• Respond to breakdowns and engineering issues during shifts.
• Support statutory inspections and pressure systems compliance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records.
• Work closely with contractors, engineers and other disciplines.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and to required standards.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

PPM

Reactive maintenance

Fault finding

Permit to Work

Steam & pressure systems

Communication

Shift work

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Time-served apprenticeship

Job description

Mechanical Shift Engineer – Pressure Systems AP

Location: Stevenage

Salary: £47,000 + £3,000 AP Allowance + 25% Shift Allowance

Shift Pattern: Days & Nights

Environment: Industrial | Mechanical Engineering | Steam & Pressure Systems

Responsibilities & Duties

• Carry out planned preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance.
• Act as Mechanical AP for steam, boilers and pressure systems.
• Manage mechanical isolations and Permit to Work procedures.
• Review RAMS and ensure safe systems of work are followed.
• Maintain pumps, valves, boilers and associated mechanical plant.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
• Respond to breakdowns and engineering issues during shifts.

Support statutory inspections and pressure systems compliance

• Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records.
• Work closely with contractors, engineers and other disciplines.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and to required standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer / Mechanical Shift Engineer.
• Current or previous experience as a Mechanical Authorised Person (AP).
• Strong steam, boiler and pressure systems experience.
• Relevant mechanical engineering qualification or time-served experience.
• Strong knowledge of PPM, reactive maintenance and fault finding.
• Experience with Permit to Work and mechanical isolation procedures.
• Good understanding of pressure systems safety and statutory compliance.
• Experience within industrial, manufacturing, healthcare or highly regulated environments.
• Ability to work both day and night shifts.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

BOAS qualification is desirable but not essential; strong steam experience is essential.

What's On Offer

• £47,000 basic salary
• £3,000 AP allowance
• 25% shift allowance
• Overtime opportunities
• Days & nights shift pattern
• Permanent, long-term position
• Technically challenging engineering environment
• Training and development opportunities