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Job Posted: 11 hours ago
Salary: £ 42,000 - 44,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: North West
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Cumbria
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum
+ Shift Premium: £4,385 per annum
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent
Shifts: 3-week rotating pattern (includes nights)
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Earlies: 06:00–13:30 (Mon–Fri)
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Nights: 21:00–06:30 (Mon & Tue), 21:00–06:15 (Wed & Thu)
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Lates: 13:15–21:15 (Mon–Thu), 13:15–18:45 (Fri)
Alexander Steele are working with a leading food manufacturer in Cumbria to recruit a skilled and proactive Mechanical Engineer.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established production site as part of a multi-disciplined engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering effective mechanical maintenance to support operational efficiency and minimise downtime across a range of equipment.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform both reactive and proactive mechanical maintenance
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Respond to breakdowns promptly to ensure minimal disruption to production
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Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks to a high standard
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Support production teams by improving plant reliability and performance
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Maintain accurate records of breakdowns and completed maintenance
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Use a range of workshop equipment including welding and fabrication tools
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Suggest improvements to enhance plant efficiency and safety
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Ensure compliance with health & safety and hygiene policies at all times
What You’ll Need
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NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering Maintenance or Manufacture
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Time-served mechanical engineer or fitter
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Solid understanding of mechanical systems (e.g. pumps, gearboxes, bearings, shafts, steam systems)
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Experience in both reactive and planned maintenance in a manufacturing setting
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Some knowledge of electrics and hydraulics would be an advantage
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Logical approach to fault finding and problem solving
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Self-motivated with the ability to work independently when required
What We’re Looking For
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Flexibility to cover shift rotations and provide out-of-hours support when needed
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A helpful and team-oriented attitude
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Willingness to learn and grow within the role
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Good IT skills and openness to learning new systems
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary of £35,000 – £40,000 + £4,385 shift premium
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Great benefits package
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A secure and long-term role within a respected food manufacturer
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