Workshop Engineer
CV-LibraryDaventry, West NorthamptonshirepermanentPosted: 6 November 2026
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Location: Daventry
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
The Opportunity
Osprey Engineering Solutions are hiring for a Workshop Engineer on behalf of a global leading company within the air compressor industry.
This is a varied, hands-on role suited to a mechanically minded individual with experience in mechanical engineering, equipment maintenance or engine building. Working within a busy workshop environment, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the workshop and warehouse, assisting with repairs, equipment builds, stock control and general engineering duties.
The ideal candidate will have a practical approach, good mechanical knowledge and the ability to turn their hand to a variety of tasks.
Key Responsibilities
* Carrying out mechanical repairs, maintenance and servicing of equipment such as compressors and generators.
* Assisting with the building, assembly and preparation of machinery and equipment.
* Supporting the day-to-day running of the workshop and warehouse.
* Assisting with deliveries, goods-in and goods-out.
* Managing and maintaining stock levels and ensuring equipment is stored correctly.
* Preparing equipment for dispatch and ensuring it is ready for customer use.
* Supporting general workshop duties and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
* Providing support to colleagues across the wider operation when required.
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience in a mechanical engineering or workshop-based role.
* Good mechanical aptitude and practical hands-on skills.
* Basic electrical knowledge would be advantageous.
* Experience working with compressors, generators or similar equipment would be beneficial.
* Alternatively, experience building, assembling or working on engines would be highly desirable.
* A forklift licence would be advantageous.
* Comfortable undertaking a varied role covering both workshop and warehouse responsibilities
Location: Daventry
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
The Opportunity
Osprey Engineering Solutions are hiring for a Workshop Engineer on behalf of a global leading company within the air compressor industry.
This is a varied, hands-on role suited to a mechanically minded individual with experience in mechanical engineering, equipment maintenance or engine building. Working within a busy workshop environment, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the workshop and warehouse, assisting with repairs, equipment builds, stock control and general engineering duties.
The ideal candidate will have a practical approach, good mechanical knowledge and the ability to turn their hand to a variety of tasks.
Key Responsibilities
* Carrying out mechanical repairs, maintenance and servicing of equipment such as compressors and generators.
* Assisting with the building, assembly and preparation of machinery and equipment.
* Supporting the day-to-day running of the workshop and warehouse.
* Assisting with deliveries, goods-in and goods-out.
* Managing and maintaining stock levels and ensuring equipment is stored correctly.
* Preparing equipment for dispatch and ensuring it is ready for customer use.
* Supporting general workshop duties and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
* Providing support to colleagues across the wider operation when required.
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience in a mechanical engineering or workshop-based role.
* Good mechanical aptitude and practical hands-on skills.
* Basic electrical knowledge would be advantageous.
* Experience working with compressors, generators or similar equipment would be beneficial.
* Alternatively, experience building, assembling or working on engines would be highly desirable.
* A forklift licence would be advantageous.
* Comfortable undertaking a varied role covering both workshop and warehouse responsibilities