Mechanical Engineer

Randstad · Billingham, North East

Mechanical Engineer at Randstad, based in Billingham, North East. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Billingham, North East
Contract
Contract
Posted
11 hours ago
Closes
18 Sep 2026
Sector
Mechanical Engineer

Reference PR-1537735

About the role

We are seeking a reliable Mechanical Technician to ensure high standards of safety, quality, and compliance across our clients facilities. Reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor, you will deliver planned and responsive maintenance, contributing to the smooth operation of their site infrastructure and supply chain processes.

The Package:

  • Salary: Competitive salary of £35,000 - £37,000 per annum
  • Working Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
  • 8.30am - 4pm, Monday to Friday
  • 33 days annual holidays
  • Generous company pension scheme
  • No weekend work

Key responsibilities include:

  • Respond swiftly to plant and equipment failures to reduce downtime.
  • Execute scheduled preventative maintenance according to daily, weekly, and annual plans.
  • Maintain compliance and site operations across key systems, including Pressure & Steam Systems, Bottled & Piped Gas Systems, Domestic Water & HVAC, BMS Management, LEV Testing, Lifts (LOLER), Industrial & Automatic Doors, and Asbestos Management.
  • Foster and uphold a robust safety culture; guarantee that all tasks are performed safely.
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with sub-contractors and team members.
  • Issue and accept site Permits to Work, while overseeing operations to ensure compliance with Site SHE systems.

Experience and Qualifications:

  • NVQ or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Demonstrated experience in a comparable position, with assurance in executing general mechanical and maintenance duties.
  • Proficient practical abilities in various repair and maintenance activities.
  • Effective communication skills and proficient in IT.
  • Capable of working effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • A readiness to work flexibly, including outside of standard hours when necessary to ensure service continuity.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical systems, processes, and safety protocols.

Interested? Apply today with an updated CV.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.


key responsibilities

  • Respond swiftly to plant and equipment failures to reduce downtime
  • Execute scheduled preventative maintenance according to daily, weekly, and annual plans
  • Foster and uphold a robust safety culture
  • guarantee that all tasks are performed safely. Pressure Systems (Steam), Bottled and Piped Gas Systems
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with sub-contractors
  • Issue and accept site Permits to Work, while overseeing operations to ensure compliance with Site SHE systems.

skills

ability to follow job and safetry instructions


qualifications

driving licence,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3

Reference: PR-1537735 · Posted 11 hours ago · Closes 18 Sep 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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