Manufacturing & Production

This is your chance to join a global leader in heavy machinery design / bulk materials handling equipment, supplying innovative solutions to the mining and quarrying sectors for over four decades. With operations in over 10 countries and a reputation for cutting-edge engineering, the company is driving sustainable efficiency across some of the world’s most demanding industrial environments.

You’ll be part of a close-knit, highly skilled team shaping the future of bulk materials handling through precision engineering, robust innovation, and international collaboration. This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact within a specialist engineering business that blends heritage, technical excellence, and a forward-looking vision.

Role Location: Located offshore in the British Isles.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a background in Bulk Materials Handling / Machine Design to contribute to the design, development, and optimization of the company engineering solutions. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration with global teams. International travel will be required for site visits, client engagement, and project support.

Role Location: Located offshore in the British Isles.

Mechanical Engineer Pay and Benefits

• Salary £55,000 - £85,000
• Working Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm with flexibility (100% office-based role)
• Realistic career progression / career growth opportunities
• 10% employer pension
• Performance related bonus (company/individual)
• Relocation package
• Company will support Work Permits requirements where required 

Mechanical Engineer Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in product design within the Mining Industry / Bulk Materials Handling or similar. 
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and engineering analysis tools (FEA, DEM, CFD, etc.).
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, or automation systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create technical drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally for project and client interactions.

Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for engineering projects.
• Conduct engineering calculations, simulations (FEA, DEM), and performance analyses.
• Work closely with design, manufacturing, and project teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Provide technical support for ongoing projects and client requirements.
• Oversee the testing, validation, and commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with international teams, suppliers, and clients to optimize engineering solutions.
• Assist in troubleshooting and improving existing products and processes.
• Participate in international travel for site visits, project discussions, and technical support.

Probe Technical Recruitment are recruiting for a stable and great employer who require a Machine Tool Service Engineer. They have built a resilient customer base over the years and have a very low staff turnover.

You will have the chance to join a team of Field Based Service Engineers covering UK Nationwide, all locations will be considered for the role. You will be covering a wide range of both mechanical and electrical aspects of machine tools.  

The role will involve travelling to customers sites to commission, service and repair the company’s extensive range of machines and will involve some nights away.

The benefits package for the Machine Tool Service Engineer role include:

• Negotiable / Competitive salary (£45,000+) 
• 25 + 8 days Holiday 
• Company Pension Plan 
• Company Van with fuel card and personal milage included 
• Phone / Laptop / Hotel card     

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Ideally you will be Apprentice trained but must be qualified Electrically or Mechanically and preferably have some understanding of Siemens controlled machines although training will be given on control aspects. 

We would be very keen to talk to Maintenance Engineers, Maintenance Electricians who want a role on the road as a Service Engineer and Field Service Engineers with Machine Tool experience.

This is an opportunity to join thriving textiles environment an opportunity to join a company that Value expertise and reward performances. A Leading UK-Based manufacturer Specialising in High quality textiles for a range of Industries. 

The Maintenance Electrician with be joining a well-established Maintenance Team. 

The Maintenance Electrician role is commutable from the following locations: Hyde, Denton, Manchester, Oldham, Middleton. 

The Maintenance Electrician with work the following Shifts: Rotating – 6am–2pm & 2pm–10pm

Benefits the Maintenance Electrician will receive: 

• Salary £44,000 
• 8% Pension Contribution
• Life Assurance
• 25 + 8 Days Holiday
• Bonus Scheme

Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on electrical systems and equipment
• Respond to and diagnose breakdowns quickly and effectively
• Perform electrical fault-finding and repair across a variety of textile machinery
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards at all times
• Work collaboratively with the wider maintenance and engineering teams
• Support continuous improvement projects and process efficiency initiatives
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

Experience: 

• We are looking for an Apprentice trained Maintenance Electrician 
• Qualified to a Level 3 in electrical engineering 
• Ideally coming from a Manufacturing / Textiles environment. 
• Strong Electrical fault-finding abilities. 
• Experienced with Textiles equipment. 

We are seeking to recruit a Service Engineer (Mobile Plant Engineer) for one of the largest privately owned Engineering businesses in Europe. This is an exciting opportunity for a Service Engineer to join their manufacturing team based at any of the facilities in the UK. 

You will be responsible for ensuring plant availability and engineering resource is available when required to assist the operational function at any location. You will provide technical advice, assistance and intervention to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all plant assets as well as carrying out machine malfunction rectification work.  

Benefits for the Service Engineer role include:

• Working 37 hours a week, over a 4-day week! Monday to Thursday: 7.00am to 4.45pm
• Hourly rate of £19.86 
• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Pension is 5% employee and 4 % employer
• Company van provided 
• Overtime Available 
• Support in furthering your career with advanced programmes 

A general level of education together with EITB Certificate of Craftsmanship or equivalent and an IEE 17th/ 18th edition wiring regulations certificate. Must have a mechanical and electrical maintenance background preferably within a manufacturing environment. Duties for the Service Engineer include: 

• Able to demonstrate practical experience of machine tools, maintaining PLC controlled machinery (Siemens preferred), pneumatics and hydraulics systems, material handling conveyor systems, electrical installation work and planned preventative maintenance systems.
• Maintain all plant assets and conduct a regular PPM service and carry out machine malfunction correction work to ensure plant and equipment is available to meet the operational demands placed upon it in a safe and efficient manner.
• Oversee and participate in all large installations and machine removals/re-positioning where required

The role of Service Engineer is commutable from anywhere in the UK as it is a mobile role.

A fantastic new opportunity for an electrically-biased Maintenance Engineer to join a leading specialist manufacturer. This is an opportunity to join an established organisation who have 50+ years within the industry. This is an award-winning organisation who hold a very strong track record. 

This is an opportunity for a driven, motivated Engineer who is confident and holds strong electrical abilities, an opportunity to join an already established maintenance team. 

The Maintenance Electrician role is commutable from the following locations:  Rochdale / Bolton / Manchester / Oldham 

Benefits the Maintenance Electrician will receive: 

• Salary: £48,961    
• 6% Pension scheme 
• Life Assurance 
• 33days holiday
• Medical Care 
• Healthcare
• Overtime 

Shift in place: Days – Monday to Friday. 7:30am till 4pm – Early finish on a Friday. 

Call out system in place – you will be required to work a 1in5 call out system. 

Duties and requirements the Maintenance electrician will hold and be responsible for: 

• Previous experience within a similar role is essential to this role. 
• Strong fault-finding abilities. 
• Prove experience within a manufacturing environment. 
• Proven experience with: AC & DC Drives, Installation experience, Wire testing, Panel Building, Instrumentation. 
• Experienced with Siemens PLC’s – strong fault-finding abilities – Programming would be at an advantage.  
• Planned preventive maintenance. 
• Carry out routine servicing and inspection on all production machinery. 
• Carry out essential testing of equipment and systems. 
• Ideally holding experience with ATEX equipment. 
• Ideally, we are looking for a 70/30 split as there will be some mechanical requirements. 
• We are looking for an Apprentice trained maintenance electrician. 
• Holding a Formal qualification in Electrical engineering – City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 
• 17th / 18th IEE Wiring regulations. 
• City & Guilds 2391 Testing 
• UK Driving licence required / Travel to alternative sites required – all site located in within 5Miles of one another. 
• Must be happy to work the required call out system. Working 1in5 calls – this is split between engineers. 

This is an exceptional opportunity for an apprentice-trained Maintenance Electrician, an opportunity to join a global manufacturing organisation based in the North West, not only an opportunity to join a leading organisation but to also join an already established friendly maintenance team. 

Are you looking to join a company who continues to invest and are continuing to grow, then this may be the right move for you. 
 
The Maintenance Electrician position is commutable from the following locations: Rochdale / Oldham / Wigan / Blackburn / Bury 

The Maintenance Electrician will be required to work the following shift:  Days: 07:30am till 3:30pm    

Benefits the Maintenance Electrician will receive: 

• Salary: £45,000  
• 33days holiday 
• Health care 
• 8% Pension 
• Onsite parking 

Duties and requirements the Maintenance Electrician will hold and be responsible for: 

• Strong fault- finding abilities with Allen Bradley & Siemens S7 PLC’s 
• Experience with: Motors and Drives / Inverters / Single and 3 Phase systems. 
• Confident with both Hydraulics & Pneumatics / Bearings / Fluid systems / Steam systems / Press Machinery / Conveyor systems  
• Experienced with Motor testing. 
• We are ideally looking for the individual to hold a 60/40 Split – electrically biased. 
• Welding and machining experience would be at an advantage. 
• Previous experience within a Textiles / Manufacturing environment. 
• We are looking for an Apprentice trained engineer. 
• Holding a ONC / City & Guilds Level 3 in electrical engineering 
• Also holding their 18th IEE Wiring regulations. 
• Flexibility is key as there will also be a call out Rota in place – rotating Weekly.