Workshop Engineer
Location: North Somerset
Salary: £35,360 + x1.5 Overtime Pay
Hours: Monday – Friday (40 hours per week)
Overview:
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Workshop Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. Our client encourages applications from ex-military candidates; however, all applicants will be given due consideration.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of electrical motors, pumps, and gearboxes within a busy workshop environment. You will ensure that all work is completed to a high standard, within set deadlines, and in full compliance with company safety and quality procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Repair and overhaul a wide variety of electric motors, pumps, and gearboxes.
- Carry out mechanical maintenance, repairs, and assembly of pumps and other rotating equipment.
- Diagnose faults and conduct breakdown repairs as required.
- Ensure all work is completed to meet deadlines and customer expectations.
- Complete workshop documentation accurately and submit to the Workshop Supervisor or Manager.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with company health and safety policies.
- Adhere to all company and workshop safety protocols, including the correct use of PPE.
- Support colleagues and contribute to team efforts to meet departmental goals.
- Be available for call-outs, shift work, or overtime as directed by the Workshop Supervisor or Manager.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as required within the scope of the role.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience in the repair and maintenance of electrical motors, pumps, and gearboxes.
- Good understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
- Basic computer literacy (MS Office).
- Strong commitment to health and safety practices.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Reliable, with excellent timekeeping and attention to detail.
- Flexible and willing to work outside of standard hours when required.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work within a skilled and supportive engineering team.
- Competitive salary and potential overtime opportunities.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Company pension scheme.
- Positive, safety-focused working environment.
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