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Mechanical Engineer

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 48,000 - 51,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot

Expire in: 7 days

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer

Location: Port Talbot
Salary: £48,000-£51,000 per year (inclusive of shift premium)
Job Type: Permanent | Full-time

Rhino Recruitment is working with a leading manufacturing company in the Port Talbot area. We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer seeking long-term career progression and job stability within a well-established organisation.

Requirements Qualifications:

  * Time-served mechanical apprenticeship (essential)

  * HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (desirable)

  * Counterbalance forklift licence (advantageous but not essential)

Experience:

  * Experience in an FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) environment

  * Previous experience in a BRC Certified workplace (desirable)

  * Experience with machining and welding (desirable)

  * Strong background in reactive and preventative maintenance

  * Proven ability to diagnose faults and carry out mechanical repairs

Key Responsibilities

  * Carry out planned preventative maintenance in line with schedules

  * Respond efficiently to mechanical breakdowns to minimise downtime

  * Diagnose and repair faults on production equipment and machinery

  * Ensure all maintenance and repairs are documented accurately

  * Work collaboratively with the engineering and production teams

  * Follow all health and safety procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations

  * Identify and implement process improvements to increase operational efficiency

Skills & Attributes Required

  * Hands-on approach with a strong technical background

  * Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills

  * Strong organisational and workload management abilities

  * Good communication skills, with the ability to interact at all levels

  * Attention to detail and ability to work methodically under pressure

  * Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

  * Computer literate with experience using maintenance management systems (desirable)

Benefits

  * Two-week company shutdown over Christmas (14 days) + plus 17 days additional holiday

  * Shift Premiums

  * Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme

  * Long-term career development opportunities within a stable and growing business

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable manufacturing company that values its employees and offers job security, career growth, and a supportive working environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  * Additional leave

  * Company pension

  * Cycle to work scheme

  * Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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