Overhaul & Repair Centre Operative

Clarke Energy; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate with overtime

25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays

7% company pension contribution

Training and development opportunities

Safety and teamwork focused culture

Job summary

Clarke Energy is seeking an Overhaul & Repair Centre Operative to join our workshop supporting engine overhaul and repair projects across the UK. You will keep the centre clean, organised and safe, work with engineers and the service team, and help ensure efficient, high‑quality operations in a hands‑on role.

We value reliability, initiative and the ability to work independently or as part of a team, with a focus on safety, housekeeping and meeting the high standards expected in a busy

Qualifications

• General workshop awareness required.
• Health and safety awareness in a workshop environment essential.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage time effectively.
• Follow procedures and maintain high organisation standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, tidy and professional workshop environment at all times.
• Support the efficient organisation of workshop areas, tools, equipment and consumables.
• Assist with booking in and out of tooling and other workshop tasks.
• Operate and inspect workshop equipment and report any issues promptly.

Skills

General workshop awareness

Health & safety awareness

Teamwork

Time management

Independent working

Organised

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Overhaul & Repair Centre Operative

Location: Knowsley

Aigburth, Merseyside, GB, L19 9

Application Deadline: 2026-10-04

Job Opening Date: 2027-01-02T15:00:48.883

Overview

Are you someone who takes pride in keeping a busy workshop organised, safe and operating at its best? Clarke Energy is looking for an Overhaul & Repair Centre Operative to join our Overhaul & Repair team, supporting the day-to‑day running of our workshop and helping to maintain the high standards our engineers and customers rely upon. This is a hands‑on role for a reliable and motivated individual who enjoys working in a busy engineering environment and wants to play an important part in supporting world‑class engine overhaul operations.

About the Role

As an Overhaul & Repair Centre Operative, you will be responsible for maintaining the Overhaul & Repair Centre to the highest standards of cleanliness, organisation and professionalism. Working closely with engineers, supervisors and the wider Service team, you'll help ensure workshop activities run safely, efficiently and effectively. This role requires someone who can work on their own initiative, take ownership of workshop standards and contribute positively to the success of the team. Your contribution will directly support the successful delivery of engine overhaul and repair projects for customers across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Workshop Operations & Housekeeping
  • Maintain a clean, tidy and professional workshop environment at all times
  • Carry out general housekeeping duties across the Overhaul & Repair Centre
  • Take ownership of housekeeping standards, ensuring the workshop remains clean, organised and professional at all times
  • Support the efficient organisation of workshop areas, tools, equipment and consumables
  • Assist with the booking in and out of tooling in accordance with company procedures
  • Work proactively using your own initiative to identify tasks that need completing and support the effective operation of the workshop
  • Help ensure the workshop operates smoothly by undertaking a variety of support tasks as required
  • Undertake additional duties as required to support the Overhaul & Repair Centre and wider business operations
• Logistics & Equipment Support
  • Collect consumables from off‑site locations when required
  • Deliver parts, tooling and equipment to off‑site locations as necessary
  • Operate and inspect workshop equipment, including overhead cranes, forklift trucks and ladders
  • Complete daily pre‑shift equipment checks and report any issues promptly
• Health, Safety & Environment
  • Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and safe working practices
  • Maintain a safe, clean and compliant working environment
  • Demonstrate a proactive approach to workshop safety and housekeeping standards
  • Promote high standards of housekeeping and safe working practices throughout the workshop
  • Support a positive safety culture across the Overhaul & Repair Centre

What We're Looking For

Technical Skills

• Good general workshop and housekeeping awareness
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
• Understanding of the importance of health and safety in a workshop environment
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain high standards of organisation

Personal Attributes

• Trustworthy, reliable and professional
• Hardworking, punctual and self‑motivated
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working on their own initiative and identifying priorities without direct supervision
• Well organised and capable of managing their time effectively
• Committed to completing tasks on time and to a high standard
• Keen to learn and develop new skills
• A positive communicator with a helpful and approachable attitude when dealing with colleagues and other departments
• Flexible and willing to support the wider team wherever required
• Willing to take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Full UK driving licence
• Competent IT skills, including Outlook, Excel and Word

Desirable

• Experience working within a busy engineering or heavy workshop environment
• Awareness of Health and Safety requirements within a workshop setting
• Forklift licences (B1, B2 and P1)

What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate with overtime opportunities available to support workshop demand and operational requirements
• 25 days' annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Holiday buy and sell scheme (up to 5 additional days)
• 7% company pension contributionTraining and development opportunities to support your career growth
• The opportunity to work within a highly skilled engineering environment
• A supportive team culture focused on safety, quality and continuous improvement
• The backing of a respected, globally recognised energy solutions business