JULY 2026
Location: Cowling, near Keighley, West Yorkshire
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent (following successful completion of initial contract period)
Salary: From £12.75 per hour (dependent on experience and skills)
Hours: 45 hours per week, with overtime available
H.A McEwen (Boiler Repairs) Ltd is a family-run specialist engineering company based in Cowling, near Keighley, West Yorkshire. We provide a wide range of services across the industrial and heritage boiler sectors, including boiler repairs, maintenance, installation, fabrication, pipework projects, and specialist engineering solutions.
With many years of experience working on both modern industrial systems and traditional heritage equipment, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship and developing skilled engineers within our team.
Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and reliable Engineering Labourer / Trainee Engineer to support our experienced engineering team across a variety of interesting and challenging projects.
The Role
The successful candidate will provide essential support to our engineers, helping ensure our workshop, site operations, and projects run efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.
This role is ideal for someone with an interest in engineering who is looking to develop their practical skills and gain experience within a specialist engineering environment. Full training will be provided, with opportunities to progress and undertake further specialist training courses.
You will work alongside our experienced teams across several areas of the business, including:
Service and Repair Work
Supporting our Service Team with:
- Preparation for annual boiler inspections
- Preparation for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
- Valve servicing and overhauls
- Valve and pipework repairs
- General maintenance and engineering support
Installation and Fabrication Projects
You will also have the opportunity to support our Installation and Repair Teams on a variety of projects, including:
- Boiler plant installations
- Pipework installation and repairs
- Engineering modifications and improvements
- Projects from initial preparation through to completion
Heritage Engineering
Working alongside our Heritage Team, you will gain experience in traditional and specialist repair techniques, including methods that are becoming increasingly rare within modern industry.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting engineers with day-to-day tasks on-site and in the workshop
- Preparing tools, materials, and equipment for projects
- Loading, unloading, and transporting materials
- Collecting and delivering parts and equipment when required
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment
- Supporting engineers during repairs, installations, and maintenance activities
- Carrying out general labouring duties to assist project completion
- Following company health and safety procedures at all times
Working Away and Travel Requirements
The role will primarily be based at our works in Cowling, West Yorkshire; however, occasional travel and working away across the UK will be required.
The length of time away will depend on the project requirements, but will generally involve short periods away from home, usually Monday to Friday. Occasional weekend working may also be required to support customer requirements, planned shutdowns, specialist installations, or time-sensitive projects.
Additional benefits are available for working away, including travel support, allowances, and food expenses.
About You
We are looking for a hardworking, dependable, and motivated individual who is keen to develop a career within engineering. The successful candidate will have:
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good attention to detail and pride in their work
- The ability to work well within a team
- A flexible approach to different tasks and working environments
- The ability to follow instructions and work safely
- Good problem-solving skills and a practical mindset
- Reliability and commitment to completing work to deadlines
- Previous experience working within an engineering, manufacturing, construction, or similar environment would be advantageous but is not essential
Training and Career Development
We are committed to supporting our employees and developing skills within our team.
The successful candidate will receive full training and will have opportunities to:
- Develop practical engineering skills
- Gain experience across multiple engineering disciplines
- Attend specialist training courses
- Progress their career within the company
- Build knowledge of industrial and heritage engineering techniques
Requirements
- Full UK driving licence is essential
- Must be able to reliably commute to our works in Cowling, West Yorkshire, or plan to relocate before starting work
- Comfortable with practical, hands-on work
- Willingness to travel and work away from home when required
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 45-hour basic working week
- Overtime opportunities
- Initial 3-month contract with potential to progress to a permanent position
- Full training and ongoing development
- Specialist engineering experience
- Working away bonus and food allowance
- Opportunity to build a long-term career within a specialist engineering company
Please email a covering letter and your CV including at least two references to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or write to HA McEwen Boiler Repairs Ltd, Farling Top, Cowling, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD22 0NW
July 2026
Location: Near Keighley, West Yorkshire (UK-wide travel required)
Job Type: Full-time
Contract: Initial 3-month probationary period leading to a permanent position
Salary: Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Hours: 42.5 hours per week plus overtime opportunities
We are a well-established specialist engineering company delivering mechanical engineering, industrial boiler maintenance, steam system services and heritage engineering projects across the UK.
Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Mechanical / Service Engineer to join our experienced engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer looking to develop specialist skills within a diverse and rewarding role.
The Role
The successful candidate will primarily work on planned and reactive maintenance contracts for industrial boiler plant and steam systems. The role also offers the opportunity to become involved in boiler repairs, mechanical installations, pipework projects and specialist heritage engineering work.
This is a varied, hands-on position involving both workshop and site-based work throughout the UK. Occasional overnight stays will be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out servicing, maintenance and repair of industrial boiler plants
- Prepare boiler plant for statutory annual inspections
- Prepare components for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
- Overhaul and refurbish industrial valves
- Carry out mechanical repairs to valves and industrial pipework
- Install and modify mechanical plant and associated pipework
- Assist with boiler repair and refurbishment projects
- Undertake general mechanical fitting and fabrication duties
- Work safely and professionally in accordance with company procedures and site requirements
- Maintain high standards of workmanship and customer service
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Previous experience working in a mechanical engineering or industrial maintenance environment
- Experience working on industrial sites
- Full UK driving licence
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible approach to working hours and UK travel, including occasional overnight stays
- Reside within a reasonable travelling distance of our workshop near Keighley, West Yorkshire
Desirable
- Experience working on steam systems
- Experience maintaining industrial boilers or process plant
- Valve overhaul and repair experience
- Pipefitting or mechanical fitting experience
- Welding or fabrication skills (advantageous but not essential)
- Knowledge of pressure systems or industrial process equipment
Training & Career Development
We invest in our employees and are committed to developing specialist engineering skills.
The successful candidate will receive comprehensive in-house training alongside opportunities to attend external specialist training courses. This role offers genuine long-term career progression within a growing specialist engineering business.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- 42.5-hour working week
- Overtime opportunities
- Full specialist training
- Long-term career progression
- Varied and interesting engineering projects across multiple industries
- Opportunity to work on unique heritage engineering and restoration projects
- Supportive and experienced engineering team
Please email a covering letter and your CV, including at least two references, to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or write to HA McEwen Boiler Repairs Ltd, Farling Top, Cowling, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD22 0NW
Join Our Team
Do you want to be part of a company that cherishes tradition, embraces innovation, and leaves a lasting legacy in the industrial and heritage boiler sectors? If you're ready to make a difference, create an impact, and be inspired, get in touch today.
