Night Shift Mechanical Engineer

J&T Business Consulting; Hereford; On-site; GBP 35,591 - 42,985; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly production bonus

Opportunities for overtime

Career progression support

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Hereford is seeking a Night Shift Mechanical Engineer to maintain and improve mechanical systems in a fast-paced environment. You will perform preventative maintenance and repairs during critical night hours, ensuring efficient production operations. The role requires relevant qualifications and experience in industrial settings. Competitive salary of £35,591 – £42,985 per year, along with a weekly bonus, is offered alongside potential career progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified mechanical engineer with necessary certifications.
• Proven experience in industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with relevant machinery.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults promptly.
• Deliver mechanical project work and system improvements.
• Support integration of new machinery.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain records of maintenance work.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Welding (MMA & MIG)

Conveyor systems

Education

NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Night Shift Mechanical Engineer
Location: Pontrilas, Herefordshire
Hours: 40 hours per week – Sunday to Thursday, 21:45 – 06:15
Salary: £35,591 – £42,985 per year + weekly production bonus

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Night Shift Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining, repairing, and improving mechanical systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Working during critical night hours, you will help ensure smooth, safe, and efficient production operations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems and production machinery.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical faults to minimise downtime.
• Deliver mechanical project work, including upgrades, installations, and system improvements.
• Support the integration of new machinery and mechanical systems.
• Work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure reliable performance.
• Undertake welding and fabrication tasks (MMA & MIG) when required.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to support night shift operations.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and project work.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified mechanical engineer (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding (MMA & MIG), conveyors, or sawmill/woodworking machinery (desirable).
• Ability to work independently and proactively during night shifts.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures and compliance.
• Reliable, professional, and safety-conscious attitude.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary: £35,591 – £42,985 per year.
• Weekly production bonus.
• 40 hours per week guaranteed.
• Opportunities for overtime and career progression.
• Supportive work environment with ongoing training and development.