Mechanical Engineers

Company: Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment
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Location: Barrow upon Soar
Job Description:

Contract Mechanical Engineers Immediate Start Heavy Plant Environment 3 Month Contract Inside IR35

Immediate contract opportunities are available for experienced Mechanical Engineers to join a busy heavy plant environment. These roles are suited to engineers who are confident working in demanding manufacturing settings and can quickly add value through planned maintenance and reactive repair work.

This is a hands on mechanical maintenance role focused on keeping heavy plant machinery operating safely, reliably and efficiently.

Shift options available

• Monday to Friday days 42 hours per week

• 3 on 3 off days and nights 12 hour shifts

The role

As an experienced Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Fitter you will be responsible for planned preventative maintenance and reactive mechanical repairs on heavy plant machinery. You will work as part of the engineering team to maintain equipment performance, reduce downtime and support safe, efficient production.

Mechnaical Engineering duties will include:

• Planned preventative maintenance on heavy plant equipment • Reactive breakdown repairs • Mechanical fault finding and repair • Supporting site reliability and performance • Working safely and contributing to an accident free workplace • Identifying and supporting continuous improvement activities • Communicating effectively with colleagues across the team and wider site

What we are looking for

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Fitter • Strong manufacturing or heavy plant maintenance experience • Strong awareness of health, safety and environmental standards • Able to work to agreed quality standards with minimal supervision • A team player who can build positive working relationships • Someone who can identify issues, communicate clearly and contribute to improvements

Why consider this contract

• Immediate start available • Choice of two working patterns • Opportunity to work in a heavy plant environment • Good fit for engineers who enjoy practical, hands on maintenance work • Chance to make an impact quickly in a busy operational setting

For More information,  contact Jamie, Natalie, or Stuart at Wagstaff Recruitment & Careers Coaching.  

Posted: April 8th, 2026