Mechanical engineer

Mechanical Engineer - Military

Join a forward-thinking engineering environment where reliability, continuous improvement, and safety are at the heart of day-to-day operations. You''ll be part of a team that values practical problem-solving, clear communication, and a strong maintenance culture, helping keep critical assets running efficiently and safely.

Working within the Defence Equipment sector proactively maintaining a fleet of military and commercial MHE and Plant vehicles and other associated ancillaries, both within their engineering capabilities.

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance activities to ensure equipment availability and minimise downtime.
• Diagnose faults efficiently and implement effective corrective actions across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Perform routine inspections, servicing, and preventative maintenance in line with site procedures.
• Respond to breakdowns promptly, prioritising safety and operational impact.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately, including job reports, checklists, and service records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, efficiency, and maintenance practices.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to plan maintenance activities and reduce disruption.
• Follow all health and safety requirements, including safe isolation and permit-to-work processes where applicable.

• Strong mechanical maintenance capability, including fault finding and repair of industrial plant and equipment.
• Electrical maintenance knowledge, including safe working practices and basic fault diagnosis.
• Experience working with preventative maintenance systems and maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation such as schematics, manuals, and maintenance procedures.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements relevant to maintenance activities.
• Practical experience using hand tools, test equipment, and standard maintenance techniques.
• Relevant engineering qualification (for example, an NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent) in a maintenance or engineering discipline.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as required to support operational needs.
• HGV Class 2 Licence (essential)

Successful candidates who achieve Sponsored Reservist? Status?(trained as a special member of the UK Ministry of Defence''s Army Reserve) will have the opportunity to secure a permanent contract.

If you''re a Maintenance Engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving and takes pride in keeping equipment running safely and reliably, we''d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career.

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