Mechanical Engineer

Irlam Associates

Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 12 days

Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 3LH, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

This role is for a Mechanical Engineer at a leading Commercial Explosive Manufacturer in Alfreton, Derbyshire.
Candidates should have proven experience in a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Fitter role, ideally with 3-5 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
The position involves maintenance and optimisation of mechanical systems, focusing on proactive maintenance to reduce downtime.
The company offers a competitive salary, an attractive pension plan, and 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
Ideal candidates will also have experience working on industrial pumps and a time-served qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline.

This is a highly exciting and progressive opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join a leading Commercial Explosive Manufacturer in the UK. Based on-site at their production facility in Alfreton, Derbyshire, this role offers the chance to be an integral part of a team responsible for the mechanical upkeep and optimisation of a high-hazard production plant.The company is a market leader with a strong presence across multiple sectors and applications. As an employer of choice, they are known for their commitment to staff development, progression opportunities, and fostering technical expertise. In return for your dedication, they will provide the support and knowledge required to become a subject matter expert in your field.Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Engineer:

Carrying out maintenance, compliance checks, and improvement work on a wide range of mechanical plant and associated systems, specifically within a live production environment.
Focusing on proactive plant maintenance to reduce downtime and minimise reactive maintenance.
Working on industrial pumps and other critical mechanical systems across the production facility.
Ensuring all mechanical equipment meets industry and company standards, especially within a COMAH-regulated environment.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Proven experience in a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Fitter role, ideally within a production or manufacturing environment.
Experience working on pumps and modern mechanical machinery.
Time-served qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline.
Solid understanding of general plant and machine maintenance principles.

Desirable Skills:

Prior experience working on a COMAH site.

What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary
Attractive company pension
25 days annual leave + Bank Hols
Company performance-based bonus
Perks and benefits package

If you’re an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a leading explosives manufacturer, apply now with your updated CV.

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