Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer (On Call)



Location: Knottingley

Salary: £37,500 + Additional on call pay per call out

Hours:



3 weeks: 6AM – 2PM (standard shift)

1 week on-call: 10AM – 6PM shift

Join a Growing Team in a Thriving Industry!



This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading global manufacturer that is expanding its engineering team due to continued growth and investment. The company operates in a fast-paced, sustainable industry and is committed to innovation, efficiency, and high-quality production. With strong market demand and ambitious plans for the future, this is the perfect time to become part of a business that values its employees and offers excellent career development.



Key Responsibilities:



Ensure full compliance with company health and safety policies.

Strong knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, drivers, belts, pumps, and gearboxes.

Experience with fault finding, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.

Familiarity with servo drives (desirable but not essential).

Conduct routine servicing and urgent repairs on production machinery, plant, and equipment.

Fault Find, diagnose and resolve mechanical issues to minimize downtime.

Support new equipment installation and process improvements.

Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance and repair work.

Provide emergency mechanical assistance during on-call shifts.

About You:



Proven background in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors and fault-finding techniques.

Time-served apprenticeship or relevant mechanical engineering qualifications.

Problem-solving mindset, teamwork and adaptability.

What’s in It for You?



Additional call-out payments for each attendance.

Overtime paid at premium rates (depending on shift).

Job stability in a growing and sustainable industry.

Career progression.

Pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement.

Free onsite parking.

If this sounds like you or if you have any questions, reach out to me on the details below or click apply today.



To Contact Directly:

Zoe Murray

Senior Executive Consultant

(phone number removed)



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