Mechanical technician

Mechanical Technician – Additional Pay
Location: Knottingley
Salary: £35,000 + Additional on-call pay per call out
Hours: Mon – Fri, 7am – 3pm
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.
Fault finding, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance of machinery.
Experience with servo drives (desirable but not essential).
Conduct routine servicing, urgent repairs, machine setting, and calibration on production machinery, plant, and equipment.
Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues to minimise 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.
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.
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 opportunities.
Pension scheme.
Generous holiday entitlement (25 days per annum).
- 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
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