Mechanical Engineer
Job in
Inverness, Highland, IV1 9AQ, Scotland, UK
Listed on 2026-02-03
Listing for:
Pioneer Selection Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-03
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic -
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Mechanical Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Inverness
Salary: £40,000 – £42,000 basic + on-call & overtime (OTE up to ~£46,700)
Shift Pattern:
Monday to Friday, days (8:00am–4:30pm)
The Role
An established industrial manufacturing site in Inverness is looking to recruit a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support site operations across a modern, high-capacity production facility. This is a days-based role offering strong earning potential through a structured on-call rota and overtime.
You’ll be part of a skilled engineering team, responsible for maintaining plant reliability, responding to breakdowns, and supporting continuous improvement activities.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdowns
Fault-find and repair mechanical systems and production equipment
Work on bearings, belts, chains, drives, and rotating machinery
Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
Carry out inspections to ensure machinery operates safely and efficiently
Work closely with production to minimise downtime
Ensure all work complies with health & safety and site procedures
Complete maintenance records and reports accurately
About You
Qualified Mechanical Engineer (apprenticeship or relevant mechanical qualification)
Experience with in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong mechanical fault-finding and breakdown skills
Able to work independently and manage your own workload
Reliable, safety-focused, and proactive in approach
Comfortable participating in an on-call rota
What’s on Offer
£40,000 – £42,000 basic salary
On-call allowance approx. £4,700 (1 in 5 rota)
Overtime paid at enhanced rates:
Weekdays: 1.5x
Week nights & weekend days: 1.75x
Weekend nights: 2.0x
28 days holiday
Company pension scheme
Health cash plan & medical benefits
Life insurance
Employee assistance programme
Fitness subsidy
Cycle to work scheme
Benefits hub & loyalty awards
Ongoing training and development
Why Apply?
Days-only role with excellent work-life balance
Strong earning potential without shift work
Stable, long-term opportunity at a well-invested site
Supportive engineering team and modern facilities
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