Multiskilled Engineer

Hunter Selection Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Multiskilled Engineer for a growing manufacturing business in Birmingham. This role involves supporting both reactive and planned maintenance, diagnosing faults, and improving equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in mechanical and electrical engineering and will work on modern automated systems. The position offers 25 days of holiday, pension, life assurance, and opportunities for career progression, all within a 4-on/4-off shift pattern.

Benefits

25 Days + Bank Holidays

Pension

Life Assurance cover

Company sick pay

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced in maintaining machine tools (Manual or CNC).
• Strong hands-on mechanical engineering background.
• Experience in gearbox disassembly and rebuild.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Fitting and machining

Welding

Education

ONC or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Manual Lathes

Milling Machines

Planers

Bar Peelers

Job description

Multiskilled Engineer

Birmingham B6

Commutable from Birmingham, Dudley, Tamworth, West Bromwich, Walsall

Benefits

• 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Life Assurance cover
• Company sick pay
• Career progression opportunities

We're recruiting a Multiskilled Engineer to join a growing manufacturing business working a 4-on/4-off shift pattern. You'll support reactive and planned maintenance, diagnose faults, and help improve equipment reliability across the production site. The role suits an engineer with both electrical and mechanical skills who enjoys working with modern automated systems. The company offers a competitive benefits package and a strong focus on training, development, and long‑term career growth.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Support routine and non‑routine maintenance tasks as part of a team‑based environment.
• Work on a wide range of mechanical equipment, including but not limited to: Manual Lathes, Milling Machines, Planers, Bar Peelers, Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure equipment reliability and performance.
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem‑solving initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities aimed at reducing downtime and enhancing productivity.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Qualified and experienced in maintaining machine tools (Manual or CNC).
• Minimum ONC or NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong hands‑on mechanical engineering background.
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Skilled in fitting, machining, and welding.
• Experience in gearbox disassembly and rebuild.

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Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy - on 02920 894900 or by sending your CV directly to him at [e-mail]

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.