Collett & Sons have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Goole.

Location: Goole, DN14 6UE

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Competitive

Hours: Monday to Friday 08.00hrs to 17.00hrs and 09:00hrs to 18:00hrs rotating shift each week, with a one-hour unpaid break taken during the day to suit business needs

About Us:

Collett & Sons Ltd is a successful family-owned Company, established since 1928. Originally founded as a Transport Company, it has developed in to a multi-modal operator & has been set in to 4 closely run Divisions to reflect the diverse nature of the business and clients it serves. The 4 Divisions are integrated between each other which allow a ‘One stop shop’ service.

- Transport - Undertaking General transport, Freight Forwarding and Warehousing

- Heavy Lift - Heavy transport, Crane Hire, Lifting & Project management

- Marine - Vessel Chartering operations, Stevedoring, Port and Ships Agency services

- Consulting - Undertaking Route surveying, site access studies & reporting

The Company specialise in the Oil & Gas, Power , Heavy Engineering, Renewables and Civil & Infrastructure markets, transporting and moving difficult loads within the UK & Worldwide. We operate from our 5-acre head office site in Halifax, 10-acre site in Goole and 3-acre site in Grangemouth, Scotland.

Mechanical Engineer – The Role:

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll play a key role in supporting our dynamic Projects Management Team—bringing bold ideas to life through innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective engineering solutions. From transport and heavy lift to complex projects, you’ll help shape the future of our operations and grow your career along the way.

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to challenge yourself, expand your skill set, and make a real impact on projects that matter. Every day is different, and you’ll be part of a team that thrives on solving complex problems with creativity and precision.

Overtime and weekend work may be required depending on project demands—but with it comes the chance to be part of some of the most exciting engineering challenges in the industry.

Mechanical Engineer – Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and deliver high-quality Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), equipment lists, and technical documentation

- Create detailed engineering drawings, design calculations, rigging studies, and operations programs to support both project proposals and live executions

- Identify and specify specialist equipment needs, ensuring all designs meet current statutory regulations and adhere to both customer and company standards

Mechanical Engineer – You:

- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or equivalent

- Practical application of engineering principles using hand calculations, CAD and computer simulation

- Experience within the Logistics, Road haulage or Heavy Lifting industry ( not essential)

- Creative problem solving

- Word and excel skills

- AutoCAD skills

- Good communication skills and ability to converse at all levels

- General Office IT skills

- Full Driving Licence

Mechanical Engineer – Benefits:

- 28 days Holiday per year including Bank Holiday

- Company contributions to the Company pension scheme is offered subject to conditions

- Holiday Purchase Scheme subject to conditions

- Overnight subsistence costs are paid when away from base

Join our team at Collett & Sons and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional transport and logistics solutions.

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