Mechanical Craftsperson

On Line Group; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Craftsperson for a client located in Scunthorpe. This permanent, full-time role involves mechanical maintenance duties to ensure asset reliability. Candidates should hold at least an NVQ Level 3 in a relevant mechanical trade and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Experience in commercial or heavy engineering is preferred, and flexibility to learn new skills is essential. Benefits include extensive training and a positive, team-oriented work environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified to a minimum NVQ Level 3, or equivalent in a relevant mechanical trade.
• Experience of mechanical maintenance and fault finding in a commercial or heavy engineering environment.
• Ability to adapt to new equipment and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance duties to support asset reliability.
• Respond to work arising using mechanical engineering skillset.
• Implement safety procedures tailored to maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical engineering skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant mechanical trade

Job description

Overview

OLG Recruitment are currently looking for a Mechanical Craftsperson for our client located in Scunthorpe. This is a permanent opportunity working full time hours on day shifts.

Responsibilities

You will be required to carry out a range of mechanical maintenance duties to support asset reliability. Your mechanical engineering skillset will also be utilised to respond to work arising. This pivotal role operates in a highly mechanised and automated setting. It demands a deep understanding of health and safety principles, alongside thorough knowledge of all pertinent statutory legislation and company directives. Equally vital is the expertise in identifying hazards and implementing safety procedures tailored to their specific area of responsibility and maintenance tasks.

Ideal candidates will

• Be highly motivated team players with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate flexibility within the team and a willingness to undertake training to perform their role effectively.
• Exhibit a positive approach to their work and contribute positively to the team.
• Maintain good timekeeping skills.

Requirements

• To be considered for this position you must be qualified to a minimum NVQ Level 3, or equivalent in a relevant mechanical trade or have served a recognised apprenticeship.
• Ideally you will have experience of mechanical maintenance and fault finding within a commercial or heavy engineering environment.
• Essential to the role is the ability to adapt to new equipment.
• You must be flexible, have a desire to learn and develop and an ability to adapt to new equipment.
• Knowledge of steelmaking processes would be beneficial but is not essential, as extensive training will be provided.