Overhaul and Repair Engineer in Knowsley

Location: Knowsley, with extensive UK travel and occasional overseas requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Key Responsibilities

• Engine Overhaul & Repair
  • Carry out mechanical rebuilds of reciprocating gas engines, including full strip‑down and reassembly.
  • Identify, assess and report faults discovered during disassembly and repair.
  • Request required parts from stock and ensure efficient use of components.
  • Complete all documentation accurately and on time, ensuring clear, traceable records.
• Teamwork & Supervision
  • Work collaboratively as part of the Overhaul & Repair team.
  • Supervise semi‑skilled staff and apprentices involved in overhauls.
  • Maintain positive working relationships and contribute to a supportive workshop environment.
• Health, Safety & Environment
  • Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and safe working practices.
  • Apply strong understanding of manual handling and workshop safety requirements.
  • Keep all work areas clean, tidy and compliant with internal standards.
• Technical Skills
  • High standard of engine knowledge and technical understanding.
  • Proven experience completing full engine rebuilds and major overhauls.
  • Strong appreciation of safe working practices.
• Personal Attributes
  • Trustworthy, professional and reliable.
  • Hardworking, organised and able to manage workload independently.
  • Committed to producing work of the highest standard.
  • A good communicator with a positive, team‑focused approach.
  • A natural problem‑solver who thinks tasks through and takes responsibility.

Qualifications & Experience

• Essential
  • Time‑served mechanical engineer or extensive engine rebuild experience.
  • Experience of major overhauls on reciprocating engines.
  • Full UK driving licence.
• Desirable
  • On‑site experience carrying out in‑situ repairs or overhauls on reciprocating gas engines.
  • Background as an HGV mechanic, engine reconditioner, or heavy plant mechanic.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• Holiday buy and sell scheme (up to 5 additional days).
• 7% company pension contribution.
• All tools and equipment provided and maintained to a high standard.
• Comprehensive training programme on Jenbacher engines and systems delivered at our Liverpool Training Centre.
• Opportunities to develop your engine rebuild expertise within a highly skilled overhaul team.
• The backing of a respected, globally recognised energy solutions business with a strong culture of safety, technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clarke is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.