28th October, 2026
Operations Engineer
Location: Royston
Salary: Up to £40,000
This Operations Engineer opportunity in Royston is ideal for someone looking to build on their technical knowledge in a varied, hands-on role with plenty of opportunity to develop. This role would suit someone who has recently completed an engineering degree and gained some initial commercial experience, or someone with equivalent skills and experience.
We’re looking for an Operations Engineer in Royston to join a growing, technology-focused business. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to broaden their experience, work across different areas of the business and help improve the performance and reliability of specialist equipment.
You’ll be involved in a mix of practical engineering, technical problem-solving and project support, working alongside experienced colleagues to help keep operations running smoothly across customer sites.
The Role
- Support the day-to-day performance and reliability of technical equipment.
- Investigate faults, troubleshoot issues and help identify long-term solutions.
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades and improvements.
- Work with engineering and production teams to improve processes and equipment performance.
- Support maintenance activities and ensure equipment is kept in good working order.
- Contribute to projects involving new installations and technical developments.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability and ways of working.
- Work with colleagues and customers to resolve technical challenges.
About You We’re looking for someone with a strong engineering foundation who is keen to develop their skills and take on more responsibility.
Ideally, you’ll have: - A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Some post-graduate industry experience in an engineering, technical or operational environment.
- A practical, hands-on approach to engineering and problem-solving.
- Good analytical skills and an interest in understanding how equipment works.
- The ability to communicate effectively and work with different teams.
- A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and an interest in continuous improvement.
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites when required.
Experience in a specific industry isn't essential. We're interested in engineers from a range of backgrounds who want to broaden their technical experience and develop within a growing business.
What's on Offer? - Salary of up to £40,000.
- The opportunity to develop your career within an innovative, growing business.
- A varied role combining practical engineering, troubleshooting and project work.
- Exposure to different technologies, equipment and customer environments.
- The chance to learn from experienced engineers and take ownership of your own work.
If you're looking for an Operations Engineer role in Royston and have 1–2 years of engineering experience, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, contact Lewis Phillips at Verso Recruitment. Email: lphillips@versorecruitment.com Telephone: 01582 369359
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