About the role
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
RG Setsquare
οΈ We're Hiring: Mechanical Shift Engineer β Pressure Systems AP βοΈπ¨π§
π Location: Stevenage
π· Β£47,000 + Β£3,000 AP Allowance + 25% Shift Allowance
π Days & Nights | Shift Pattern
π Industrial Environment | Mechanical Engineering | Steam & Pressure Systems
We are recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Shift Engineer with strong mechanical maintenance experience and Authorised Person (AP) responsibility for pressure systems.
βοΈ This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer with experience in steam, boilers, pressure systems, PPM, reactive maintenance and mechanical fault finding.
π§ Responsibilities & Duties
* π οΈ Carry out planned preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance.
* π₯ Act as Mechanical AP for steam, boilers and pressure systems.
* π Manage mechanical isolations and Permit to Work procedures.
* π Review RAMS and ensure safe systems of work are followed.
* βοΈ Maintain pumps, valves, boilers and associated mechanical plant.
* π Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
* π¨ Respond to breakdowns and engineering issues during shifts.
π‘οΈ Support statutory inspections and pressure systems compliance.
* π Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records.
* π€ Work closely with contractors, engineers and other disciplines.
* π¦Ί Ensure all work is completed safely and to required standards.
π¨βπ§ Requirements
* βοΈ Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer / Mechanical Shift Engineer.
* π Current or previous experience as a Mechanical Authorised Person (AP).
* π₯ Strong steam, boiler and pressure systems experience.
* π Relevant mechanical engineering qualification or time-served experience.
* π Strong knowledge of PPM, reactive maintenance and fault finding.
* π Experience with Permit to Work and mechanical isolation procedures.
* π‘οΈ Good understanding of pressure systems safety and statutory compliance.
* π Experience within industrial, manufacturing, healthcare or highly regulated environments.
* π Ability to work both day and night shifts.
* π¬ Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
BOAS qualification is desirable but not essential; strong steam experience is essential.
πΌ What's On Offer
* π· Β£47,000 basic salary
* π° Β£3,000 AP allowance
* π 25% shift allowance
* β±οΈ Overtime opportunities
* π Days & nights shift pattern
* π Permanent, long-term position
* βοΈ Technically challenging engineering environment
* π Training and development opportunities
π§ If you are a Mechanical Engineer with strong steam and pressure systems experience and AP responsibility, apply now or get in touch for more information
Reference: https://diversejobsmatter.co.uk/job/26206355/mechanical-shift-engineer-pressure- Β· Posted 23 hours ago Β· Closes 11 Oct 2026 Β· Listed via DIVERSEJOBSMATTER LIMITED