Why Work at Clarke
Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.
Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.
Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.
At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!
What We Offer
At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:
Competitive compensation and benefits
Work-life flexibility
Recognition and rewards
Development and career opportunities
A safe and inclusive workplace
Why You Will Love this Job
Overhaul & Repair Centre Operative
Location: Knowsley
Are you someone who takes pride in keeping a busy workshop organised, safe and operating at its best?
Clarke Energy is looking for an Overhaul & Repair Centre Operative to join our Overhaul & Repair team, supporting the day-to-day running of our workshop and helping to maintain the high standards our engineers and customers rely upon.
This is a hands-on role for a reliable and motivated individual who enjoys working in a busy engineering environment and wants to play an important part in supporting world-class engine overhaul operations.
About the Role
As an Overhaul & Repair Centre Operative, you will be responsible for maintaining the Overhaul & Repair Centre to the highest standards of cleanliness, organisation and professionalism. Working closely with engineers, supervisors and the wider Service team, you'll help ensure workshop activities run safely, efficiently and effectively.
This role requires someone who can work on their own initiative, take ownership of workshop standards and contribute positively to the success of the team.
Your contribution will directly support the successful delivery of engine overhaul and repair projects for customers across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Workshop Operations & Housekeeping
- Maintain a clean, tidy and professional workshop environment at all times
- Carry out general housekeeping duties across the Overhaul & Repair Centre
- Take ownership of housekeeping standards, ensuring the workshop remains clean, organised and professional at all times
- Support the efficient organisation of workshop areas, tools, equipment and consumables
- Assist with the booking in and out of tooling in accordance with company procedures
- Work proactively using your own initiative to identify tasks that need completing and support the effective operation of the workshop
- Help ensure the workshop operates smoothly by undertaking a variety of support tasks as required
- Undertake additional duties as required to support the Overhaul & Repair Centre and wider business operations
Logistics & Equipment Support
- Collect consumables from off-site locations when required
- Deliver parts, tooling and equipment to off-site locations as necessary
- Operate and inspect workshop equipment, including overhead cranes, forklift trucks and ladders
- Complete daily pre-shift equipment checks and report any issues promptly
Health, Safety & Environment
- Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and safe working practices
- Maintain a safe, clean and compliant working environment
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to workshop safety and housekeeping standards
- Promote high standards of housekeeping and safe working practices throughout the workshop
- Support a positive safety culture across the Overhaul & Repair Centre
What We're Looking For
Technical Skills
- Good general workshop and housekeeping awareness
- Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
- Understanding of the importance of health and safety in a workshop environment
- Ability to follow procedures and maintain high standards of organisation
Personal Attributes
We're looking for someone who is:
- Trustworthy, reliable and professional
- Hardworking, punctual and self-motivated
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working on their own initiative and identifying priorities without direct supervision
- Well organised and capable of managing their time effectively
- Committed to completing tasks on time and to a high standard
- Keen to learn and develop new skills
- A positive communicator with a helpful and approachable attitude when dealing with colleagues and other departments
- Flexible and willing to support the wider team wherever required
- Willing to take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion [
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Full UK driving licence
- Competent IT skills, including Outlook, Excel and Word [
Desirable
- Experience working within a busy engineering or heavy workshop environment
- Awareness of Health and Safety requirements within a workshop setting
- Forklift licences (B1, B2 and P1)
What's in it for you?
- Competitive hourly rate with overtime opportunities available to support workshop demand and operational requirements
- 25 days' annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
- Holiday buy and sell scheme (up to 5 additional days)
- 7% company pension contribution
- Training and development opportunities to support your career growth
- The opportunity to work within a highly skilled engineering environment
- A supportive team culture focused on safety, quality and continuous improvement
- The backing of a respected, globally recognised energy solutions business
Ready to Apply?
If you're a motivated individual who enjoys working in a hands-on workshop environment and wants to play an important role in supporting a skilled engineering team, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us
Clarke proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Clarke at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Clarke offers a comprehensive package with competitive salaries and a range of additional benefits.
Clarke is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, promote equal opportunities in every aspect of our process.
Our Values
Curiosity – Seek, learn, share
Trust – Go farther together
Pace – Focus to go faster
Excellence – Find the win every day
