Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Location:

Port Talbot Site
Contract Type:
Permanent
Salary:
Up to £50,000 DOE (Overtime available at x1.5 on weekdays and x2 on weekends)

Hours:

Day & night shifts - 12 hours per shift (42.5 hours week 1 then 44hrs weeks)

Are you a hands‑on Mechanical Engineer with a knack for solving problems and keeping production moving? We’re looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join a high‑performing maintenance team at a state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing site in Port Talbot.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a modern, fast‑paced environment producing high‑quality products used in personal care, healthcare, and pharmaceutical markets. If you thrive in an FMCG environment and are passionate about engineering excellence, this role is for you.

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on production equipment
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults swiftly to minimise downtime
• Maintaining accurate records and reports
• Ensuring strict compliance with Health & Safety regulations
• Supporting production targets and site performance

• Essential:
• Time-served Mechanical Apprenticeship
• GCSEs (A‑C) in English, Science, and Mathematics (or equivalent)
• FMCG manufacturing experience
• Proven track record of responding to mechanical breakdowns
• Desirable:
• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in a BRC Certified workplace
• Counterbalance forklift license
• Welding and machining skills

• A practical, hands‑on approach with a strong work ethic
• Self‑motivated and capable of managing your own workload
• Great communication skills across all levels
• Strong attention to detail and time management
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Analytical thinker with solid IT skills

Benefits to include 4% pension, on site parking, annual medical check, childcare vouchers and more.

Closing date is 20/02/26

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.

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