At a Glance
- Tasks: Support engineers with hands-on tasks in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Family-run engineering company specialising in boiler repairs and maintenance.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, overtime, full training, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunities for travel and working away, plus a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Gain practical skills and experience while working on exciting engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a full UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 12.75 - 12.75 £ per hour.
Location: Cowling, near Keighley, West Yorkshire
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent (following successful completion of initial contract period)
Salary: From £12.75 per hour (dependent on experience and skills)
Hours: 45 hours per week, with overtime available
H.A McEwen (Boiler Repairs) Ltd is a family-run specialist engineering company based in Cowling, near Keighley, West Yorkshire. We provide a wide range of services across the industrial and heritage boiler sectors, including boiler repairs, maintenance, installation, fabrication, pipework projects, and specialist engineering solutions.
Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and reliable Engineering Labourer / Trainee Engineer to support our experienced engineering team across a variety of interesting and challenging projects.
The Role
The successful candidate will provide essential support to our engineers, helping ensure our workshop, site operations, and projects run efficiently, safely, and to a high standard. This role is ideal for someone with an interest in engineering who is looking to develop their practical skills and gain experience within a specialist engineering environment. Full training will be provided, with opportunities to progress and undertake further specialist training courses.
You will work alongside our experienced teams across several areas of the business, including:
- Service and Repair Work
- Installation and Fabrication Projects
- Heritage Engineering
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Your Duties Will Include, But Are Not Limited To:
- Assisting engineers with day-to-day tasks on-site and in the workshop
- Preparing tools, materials, and equipment for projects
- Loading, unloading, and transporting materials
- Collecting and delivering parts and equipment when required
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment
- Supporting engineers during repairs, installations, and maintenance activities
- Carrying out general labouring duties to assist project completion
- Following company health and safety procedures at all times
Working Away and Travel Requirements
The role will primarily be based at our works in Cowling, West Yorkshire; however, occasional travel and working away across the UK will be required. The length of time away will depend on the project requirements, but will generally involve short periods away from home, usually Monday to Friday. Occasional weekend working may also be required to support customer requirements, planned shutdowns, specialist installations, or time-sensitive projects. Additional benefits are available for working away, including travel support, allowances, and food expenses.
About You
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good attention to detail and pride in their work
- The ability to work well within a team
- A flexible approach to different tasks and working environments
- The ability to follow instructions and work safely
- Good problem-solving skills and a practical mindset
- Reliability and commitment to completing work to deadlines
- Previous experience working within an engineering, manufacturing, construction, or similar environment would be advantageous but is not essential
Training and Career Development
- Develop practical engineering skills
- Gain experience across multiple engineering disciplines
- Attend specialist training courses
- Progress their career within the company
- Build knowledge of industrial and heritage engineering techniques
Requirements
- Full UK driving licence is essential
- Must be able to reliably commute to our works in Cowling, West Yorkshire, or plan to relocate before starting work
- Comfortable with practical, hands-on work
- Willingness to travel and work away from home when required
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 45-hour basic working week
- Overtime opportunities
- Initial 3-month contract with potential to progress to a permanent position
- Full training and ongoing development
- Specialist engineering experience
- Working away bonus and food allowance
- Opportunity to build a long-term career within a specialist engineering company
Engineering Labourer employer: H.A McEwen (Boiler Repairs) Ltd
H.A McEwen (Boiler Repairs) Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and family-oriented work culture in Cowling, West Yorkshire. With a commitment to employee growth, we provide full training and opportunities for career progression within the specialist engineering sector, ensuring that our team members develop their skills while working on diverse and challenging projects. Our competitive salary, overtime options, and additional benefits for travel make us an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
H.A McEwen (Boiler Repairs) Ltd Recruitment Team
