Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Hydraulics

Cardiff Council; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Cardiff is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join the Cardiff Harbour Authority. The position requires a formal Mechanical apprenticeship and relevant Engineering Certification, along with extensive knowledge in hydraulics. The role offers opportunities for further education and training, while requiring a proactive team player skilled in fault finding and problem solving. Candidates must be flexible to work outside normal hours and in varying weather conditions.

Benefits

Training package

Opportunities for further education and development

Qualifications

• High level of Mechanical Engineering knowledge, especially in hydraulics.
• Significant Mechanical Engineering experience.
• Heavy industry experience is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Cardiff Barrage as part of Barrage Engineering Team.
• Work outside normal hours and in all weather conditions.
• Carry out rectifications work within an hour of major failures.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Fault finding

Problem solving

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Enthusiasm

Education

Formal Mechanical apprenticeship

Engineering Certification (HNC or similar)

Job description

A local government authority in Cardiff is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join the Cardiff Harbour Authority. The position requires a formal Mechanical apprenticeship and relevant Engineering Certification, along with extensive knowledge in hydraulics. The role offers opportunities for further education and training, while requiring a proactive team player skilled in fault finding and problem solving. Candidates must be flexible to work outside normal hours and in varying weather conditions.