Role: Site Engineer
Shift: Monday to Friday - Days
Pay: £45,000 per annum
Location: Highbridge

Have you recently qualified as a Maintenance Engineer, or are you a seasoned professional winding down your career but still passionate about keeping the wheels turning?

Yolk Recruitment is proud to be working with a global leader in packaging, to support their growing Highbridge site. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a role with responsibility but better work-life balance, this is a brilliant opportunity to take ownership of engineering across a fast-paced production site.

You'll be the go-to engineer on site, responsible for maintaining everything from plant machinery to facilities - with the autonomy to shape the role and build strong relationships with trusted suppliers and contractors.

This is what you'll be doing:

As the Site Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

Leading all site-based engineering activity - from planned maintenance to emergency breakdowns.
Creating and delivering preventative maintenance schedules to reduce unplanned downtime.
Taking the lead on minor site projects, equipment upgrades and investment planning.
Managing engineering stock and stores in a cost-effective way.
Coordinating and overseeing contractors for repairs, servicing and new installs.
Supporting Health, Safety & Environmental objectives across the site.

The experience you'll bring to the team:

A mechanical engineering qualification (essential).
Basic understanding of electrical systems (desirable).
Hands-on experience with maintenance in a manufacturing or industrial setting - either as a recent apprentice or experienced time-served engineer.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
Comfortable using a computer and writing maintenance reports.
The ability to take ownership and work independently.

And this is what you'll get in return:

Starting salary of £45,000
Days-based working pattern - Monday to Friday
Stable and friendly working environment
Opportunity to make the role your own - perfect for someone looking for autonomy
Backing from a global organisation with strong investment and values

Are you up to the challenge?
If you're a newly qualified engineer ready to take your first step, or you're looking to scale things back without stepping away entirely - we want to hear from you.

Get in touch today with engineering recruitment specialist Liam Reid. Apply with your CV and, if you like, include a cover letter explaining why this role is right for you.

We also offer a generous referral scheme - so if you know someone perfect for this, let us know!

*Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. If you haven't heard from us within 7 days, unfortunately, you've not been successful this time.