Night-Shift Mechanical Engineer – Manufacturing

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Sleaford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Sleaford to provide effective engineering support to the production team. Responsibilities include responding to breakdowns, performing maintenance, and ensuring equipment meets performance specifications. The ideal candidate should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, possess problem-solving skills, and have a good command of English. Experience in food processing machinery is a plus. This is a full-time position with a salary of £52,294 per annum.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Recognised UK qualifications required.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good standard of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and safely to plant stoppages and breakdowns.
• Maintain, adjust, and repair equipment for optimum performance.
• Carry out planned maintenance and fault-finding on machinery.
• Ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Mechanical drive systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Health & Safety compliance

Good English communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Sleaford to provide effective engineering support to the production team. Responsibilities include responding to breakdowns, performing maintenance, and ensuring equipment meets performance specifications. The ideal candidate should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, possess problem-solving skills, and have a good command of English. Experience in food processing machinery is a plus. This is a full-time position with a salary of £52,294 per annum.