Mechanical Engineer

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

IMMEDIATE START, NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITY & ONGOING PROGRESSION.

Are you a reliable, passionate and upbeat person who is looking to start a career in engineering? This could be the opportunity for you!

You will begin as a trainee engineer and will work alongside a senior engineer, guiding and teaching you the role. Your daily duties will include:
• Supporting projects
• Testing of machinery/components
• Identifying issues and fixing them
• Machine maintenance

To be successful in your application you should have a some electrical or mechanical knowledge and be happy to learn!

Key Information

Posted: February 05, 2026
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
Reference: 178179
Duration: Temp to perm role with an immediate start following a successful interview.
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: This role pays a starting pay rate of £14 per hour with a view to increase when your training is complete. You will be working on a temp to perm basis. Holiday will be accrued up to 28 days per year pro rata. We do not offer Visa Sponsorships.
Working Hours: You will start on an 8am to 4pm working week, Monday to Friday whilst you are a trainee. Once you progress this will change on a rotational basis between 6am to 2pm / 2pm to 10pm. There will also be times that you are required to be on call at the weekends between 8am – 6pm, this will include extra pay if called out. You must be happy with these changes in shift times!
Closing Date: 20260228

Experience & Qualifications

To be successful you must have sufficient understanding of mechanical or electrical practices. Your CV should show this!

You must be a hard worker who is looking to learn new skills, and can communicate well. This means you must have good spoken and written English. Reliability is key with this position, and you must be happy to be flexible with your time due to the changing working hours.

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