Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

£40,164

Widnes

Days Only (Mon-Fri)

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Mechanical Fitter / Technician / Craftsman to work at their facility based near Widnes

Performance Objectives

Design, select, maintain and install mechanical equipment

Carry out mechanical preventive maintenance

Fault location / diagnosis / repair

Will be expected to undertake confined space training

Will be expected to undertake First Aid training

Will be expected to participate in the site Emergency Response team

Will be expected to participate in various improvement initiatives

Overtime will be available after 40 hours have been worked in a week, overtime premium rates are paid at time and a half on Monday to Saturday and double time on Sundays.

The candidate would be expected to be on an on-call rota (one week in four) covering critical breakdowns.

Person Specification

Must hold apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications in a Mechanical discipline i.e. NVQ level 3 or C&G Apprenticeship. Further relevant qualifications would be advantageous

Good computer skills are essential.

Experience of using preventive maintenance software is an advantage.

A working knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act is essential

Experience in the chemical industry is not vital but a manufacturing background would be advantageous

Lean Manufacturing knowledge (5S, Kaizen & 7 wastes) advantageous

Metal and/or plastic fabrication.

Rotating equipment overhauls

Hydraulic/pneumatics systems

Pipework and flange making/breaking

Knowledge of steam boiler and air compressor plant

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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency.

gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing Date: 18/10/2026

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