Site Mechanical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Site Mechanical Engineer to support its Hull Maintenance team. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with safety and engineering standards while managing maintenance activities and external contractor relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, with proven skills in problem-solving and leadership. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainability and innovation in plant-based oils, where your contributions will enhance operational reliability and safety. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving environment.

Benefits

10% non-contributory pension

Bonus scheme

UK Healthcare scheme

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Group life and income protection schemes

Ride2Work scheme

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Engineering; Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• Knowledge of maintenance management and reliability principles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety by applying safety policies and procedures.
• Create and implement engineering standards aligned with regulations.

Skills

Engineering Solutions Development

Maintenance Management

Compliance Regulations Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Computer Literacy

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Site Mechanical Engineer, Kingston upon Hull

Client: AAK

Location: Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a47df2538eb4

Job Views: 11

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

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About the role

AAK is seeking to appoint a Site Mechanical Engineer to join the Hull Maintenance team, working Monday – Friday. This role involves supporting the maintenance team daily and providing engineering solutions for plant issues. The engineer will also be responsible for compliance related to ammonia systems, PSSR, PUWER, LOLER, and more. The role includes developing engineering standards in collaboration with the global team and supporting the site's reliability program.

Main responsibilities include:

• Ensuring a safe working environment by applying safety policies and procedures.
• Creating and implementing engineering standards aligned with national and international standards.
• Coordinating OEM maintenance programs and improvement projects.
• Supporting maintenance activities to reduce downtime and reactive repairs.
• Managing compliance and statutory inspections, excluding electrical systems.
• Coordinating scheduled maintenance with operations during shutdowns.
• Managing relationships with external contractors.
• Supporting inventory management of critical spares.
• Scheduling and completing compliance inspections and actions.
• Allocating costs according to financial standards.
• Maintaining the mechanical integrity of ammonia systems and upgrading compressor rooms.

About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• Time served HNC/HND in Engineering; a degree is desirable.
• Knowledge of maintenance management and reliability principles.
• Ability to develop engineering solutions for complex issues.
• Understanding of current compliance regulations.
• Computer literacy.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize workloads.

In return, AAK offers:

• 10% non-contributory pension.
• Bonus scheme.
• UK Healthcare scheme.
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays.
• Group life and income protection schemes.
• Ride2Work scheme.

About AAK

AAK specializes in plant-based oils, focusing on improving taste, health, and sustainability. With over 4,000 employees, 25 regional sales offices, 15 innovation centers, and 20+ production facilities, AAK has a rich history of over 150 years, listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and headquartered in Malmö, Sweden.

AAK is committed to equal opportunity employment, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other protected class.