Multi Skilled Engineer

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)

• Earlies : 06 : 00–13 : 30 (Mon–Fri)
• Nights : 21 : 00–06 : 30 (Mon & Tue), 21 : 00–06 : 15 (Wed & Thu)
• 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
• Perform both reactive and proactive mechanical maintenance
• Respond to breakdowns promptly to ensure minimal disruption to production
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks to a high standard
• Support production teams by improving plant reliability and performance
• Maintain accurate records of breakdowns and completed maintenance
• Use a range of workshop equipment including welding and fabrication tools
• Suggest improvements to enhance plant efficiency and safety
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and hygiene policies at all times What You’ll Need
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering Maintenance or Manufacture
• Time-served mechanical engineer or fitter
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems (e.g. pumps, gearboxes, bearings, shafts, steam systems)
• Experience in both reactive and planned maintenance in a manufacturing setting
• Some knowledge of electrics and hydraulics would be an advantage
• Logical approach to fault finding and problem solving
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently when required What We’re Looking For
• Flexibility to cover shift rotations and provide out-of-hours support when needed
• A helpful and team-oriented attitude
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role
• Good IT skills and openness to learning new systems What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary of £35,000 – £40,000 + £4,385 shift premium
• Great benefits package
• A secure and long-term role within a respected food manufacturer
• Opportunities for further training and development