Full job descriptionStep into a key engineering role at the UK’s largest rock salt mine. Our client is looking for an experienced Deputy Mechanical Engineer to help keep critical underground operations running safely and efficiently within a business known for its strong safety culture, innovation and employee-focused benefits.
Deputy Mechanical Engineer
Winsford Salt Mine, Cheshire, CW7 2PE
*Circa £55,000 per annum + excellent benefits
*Permanent, Full Time
*Days 6am-2pm
Please note: you must be authorised to work in the UK
Our client is a leading provider of essential minerals. Their Winsford Salt Mine is the UK’s largest rock salt mine and home to both salt production and secure underground storage operations. With sites across the U.S., Canada, and the UK, they have a proud history dating back to 1844 and a reputation for safety, reliability, and innovation. They operate as an accredited Mindful Employer and recognised as a Great Place to Work (2023).
They are seeking an experienced Deputy Mechanical Engineer to support engineering operations within the Winsford Salt Mine.
About the Role
Working with continuous miners, loaders, and conveyor-based haulage systems, you will be responsible for supporting the Mechanical and Faceline Engineers in maintaining the statutory manning levels required to open the mine in a safe manner, to meet all planned and breakdown requirements.
Key Responsibilities
*Continuous improvement of Safety and Health management
*Ensure that the statutory requirements under the Mine Managers Scheme of Maintenance are completed within the designated time frame and all results duly filed and recorded
*Maintain the statutory manning levels required to open the mine in a safe manner, to meet all planned and breakdown requirements
*Provide first line support to out of hours requests for assistance from the mechanical Technicians.
*Provide technical support in the absence of the Mechanical Engineer
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications:
*Time-served Engineering apprenticeship
*Minimum of NVQ level 3 in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering or a similar related field
*IOSH Working safely or managing safely
Skills and knowledge:
*Minimum 5 years’ experience working in heavy industry as an Engineering Technician
*Detailed Knowledge of the PPM scheme
*Working knowledge of the 2014 mining regulations
*Excellent communication skills
*Basic computer skills
Benefits:
*26 days holiday plus bank holidays
*Pension up to total of 20% (12% employee 8% employer)
*On site medicals- annual medical for all employees
*Eye tests and basic frame prescriptions
*Employee assistance programme (for employees and people with whom the live) - access to counselling, alcohol and drug support, tax information, housing concerns, stress and anxiety, bereavement, retirement etc.
*Bike and Technology scheme
*Private healthcare including discounted gym membership with Nuffield health
*Life assurance- 4 x salary
*Financial Planning offering
How to Apply
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.