Workshop Engineer

Osprey Engineering Solutions; Daventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Osprey Engineering Solutions Ltd in Daventry is hiring a Workshop Engineer to join a busy workshop environment. You will carry out mechanical repairs, preparation of machinery, and support warehouse operations, with a hands-on approach and practical problem-solving.

Applicants should have mechanical engineering experience and knowledge of compressors or generators; electrical knowledge is a plus. A forklift licence would be beneficial, and there is a varied role covering workshop and warehouse

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical engineering or workshop environments.
• Hands-on mechanical skills and practical approach.
• Basic electrical knowledge is a bonus.
• Experience with compressors or generators is beneficial.
• Experience building or working on engines is desirable.
• Forklift licence is advantageous.
• Willingness to cover both workshop and warehouse tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out mechanical repairs, maintenance and servicing of equipment such as compressors and generators.
• Assisting with the building, assembly and preparation of machinery and equipment.
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the workshop and warehouse.
• Assisting with deliveries, goods-in and goods-out.
• Managing and maintaining stock levels and ensuring equipment is stored correctly.
• Preparing equipment for dispatch and ensuring it is ready for customer use.
• Supporting general workshop duties and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
• Providing support to colleagues across the wider operation when required.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

Workshop-based role

Mechanical aptitude

Basic electrical knowledge

Compressors & generators familiarity

Engine building/assembly experience

Forklift licence

Versatile workshop/warehouse role

Job description

Workshop Engineer

Location: Daventry

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

The Opportunity

Osprey Engineering Solutions are hiring for a Workshop Engineer on behalf of a global leading company within the air compressor industry.

This is a varied, hands‑on role suited to a mechanically minded individual with experience in mechanical engineering, equipment maintenance or engine building. Working within a busy workshop environment, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the workshop and warehouse, assisting with repairs, equipment builds, stock control and general engineering duties.

The ideal candidate will have a practical approach, good mechanical knowledge and the ability to turn their hand to a variety of tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out mechanical repairs, maintenance and servicing of equipment such as compressors and generators.
• Assisting with the building, assembly and preparation of machinery and equipment.
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the workshop and warehouse.
• Assisting with deliveries, goods-in and goods-out.
• Managing and maintaining stock levels and ensuring equipment is stored correctly.
• Preparing equipment for dispatch and ensuring it is ready for customer use.
• Supporting general workshop duties and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
• Providing support to colleagues across the wider operation when required.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a mechanical engineering or workshop-based role.
• Good mechanical aptitude and practical hands‑on skills.
• Basic electrical knowledge would be advantageous.
• Experience working with compressors, generators or similar equipment would be beneficial.
• Alternatively, experience building, assembling or working on engines would be highly desirable.
• A forklift licence would be advantageous.
• Comfortable undertaking a varied role covering both workshop and warehouse responsibilities