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Resident Engineer - Chester

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 42,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Chester, Cheshire West and Chester

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

We’re hiring: Resident Engineer | Chester 🚨
Looking for a stable, site-based role where you can work independently and take full ownership of operations? This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We’re recruiting a skilled and self-motivated Resident Engineer to join a well-established team based in Chester. This is a permanent, full-time role ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a standalone position.

🔧 The Role
You’ll be responsible for maintaining and managing all on-site engineering operations, ensuring systems are running efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all relevant standards.

⚙️ What You’ll Be Doing
• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across site
• Managing day-to-day site operations as the sole on-site engineer
• Fault finding and resolving mechanical and/or electrical issues
• Ensuring all plant and equipment are compliant and operational
• Liaising with mobile engineers and Technical Supervisors for additional support when required
• Maintaining accurate service records and documentation
• Upholding high standards of health & safety at all times

👷 What We’re Looking For
• Multi-skilled engineer with either electrical or mechanical bias
• Proven ability to work independently on a single-person site
• Proactive, reliable, and highly self-motivated
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate with wider teams
• High standard of workmanship and attention to detail

💼 What’s On Offer
• 💷 Up to £42,000 per annum
• 🕗 Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm (40 hours per week)
• 🍽️ Paid lunch break (on-site presence required)
• ⏱️ Overtime available:
• 1.5x rate (evenings & Saturdays)
• 2x rate (Sundays & Bank Holidays)
• 🤝 Ongoing support from mobile engineers and supervisors
• 🔒 Stable, long-term opportunity with a reputable organisation

📍 Location: Chester

ℹ️ Additional Information
• Single-engineer site – ideal for someone confident working autonomously
• No on-site parking available (limited delivery area access may be arranged in advance)

This is an excellent opportunity for a Resident Engineer looking for autonomy, stability, and the chance to take full ownership of a site within a supportive wider team

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