Junior Maintenance Engineer

Junior Maintenance Engineer

£36,000 - £38,000 per annum, depending on experience

Liverpool

gap Technical is recruiting on behalf of an established bulk handling facility located within the Liverpool for a temporary to permanent opportunity. The site handles non-hazardous chemicals and palletised goods across a range of industries and operates bulk conveying systems, silos, warehouses, and packing equipment within a busy operational environment.

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Junior Maintenance Engineer to support the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the terminal and associated equipment.

This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, with the potential for a permanent position after an initial 3-month period.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Lead Engineer, assisting in maintaining a safe, clean, and fully operational site at all times. This role is ideally suited to someone with a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a solid understanding of general maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planned and reactive maintenance across the terminal site
• Support the upkeep and repair of conveyors, elevators, packing equipment, and associated machinery
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and site safety
• Work alongside subcontractors and operational teams as required
• Follow all Quality Assurance (QA) and Health & Safety procedures
• Report maintenance issues and assist with fault finding and basic repairs
• Ensure maintenance records and documentation are completed accurately

Working Hours

• 40 hours per week
• Typical working hours are between 6:00am and 6:00pm, depending on operational requirements
• Additional hours will be required during vessel discharge operations to meet business needs

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Level 3 Engineering qualification (or equivalent)
• Good spoken and written English and numeracy skills
• Basic computer literacy, including: MS Word; Excel; Outlook; ERP systems

Desirable

• Previous maintenance experience within a bulk handling or industrial environment
• Experience working with conveyors and bucket elevators
• Experience working alongside subcontractors
• Understanding of Quality Assurance and Health & Safety procedures

What We're Looking For

• Positive and proactive attitude
• Reliable and willing to learn
• Strong work ethic and practical approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible approach to working hours when operational demands require

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Closing Date: 29/06/2026

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