Project Coordinator

  • MTrec Ltd Technical
  • Stanley, County Durham
  • May 10, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

The Company

Our client is a specialist manufacturing company. Due to growth, they are now looking to recruit a Project Coordinator.

The Role

  • The Engineering Project Coordinator supports the planning and delivery of engineering installation projects, CapEx improvements and site services across the facility.
  • The role focuses on pipework, fluid transfer systems and utilities, ensuring installations and modifications are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Working alongside the Engineering Manager, the person will be coached and developed towards full Project Management responsibility
  • Support the delivery of CapEx and engineering installation projects from concept through to commissioning. Assist in developing project plans, timelines and tracking progress against key milestones.
  • Coordinate internal teams and external contractors to ensure efficient execution of work. Monitor progress, identify risks and escalate issues as required. Support project reviews and ensure deliverables meet operational requirements
  • Assist with installation and modification of pipework systems, valves, pumps and fluid transfer systems. Support layout and routing of utilities including air, water and process/product transfer systems.
  • Work alongside engineers and contractors during installation, testing and commissioning.
  • Contribute to practical, hands-on engineering work where required. Support improvements to plant performance, reliability, and efficiency
  • Coordinate contractor activities on site, ensuring compliance with safe systems of work.
  • Support permit-to-work processes.
  • Ensure risk assessments and method statements are followed.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to Health & Safety standards.
  • Support procurement and coordination of materials, components and services.
  • Ensure correct parts and resources are available to deliver project work efficiently.
  • Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to support project and maintenance activities.
  • Support the use of CMMS to log, track and manage engineering work .
  • Assist in capturing accurate data to support maintenance and reliability improvements.
  • Work with Engineering teams to identify opportunities to reduce downtime and improve performance.

The Person

  • Engineering background (Mechanical or similar discipline).
  • Experience within an industrial, construction, utilities or process-based environment.
  • Exposure to pipework, fluid systems or utilities infrastructure.
  • Strong organisational and coordination skills.
  • Good communication skills with the ability to work across teams and with contractors.
  • Understanding of Health & Safety requirements, including safe systems of work Hands-on, practical approach.
  • Experience with process pipework, pumps, valves or CIP systems desirable.
  • Background in utilities, building services, water, oil & gas or manufacturing environments.
  • Basic fabrication or welding knowledge.
  • Experience supporting engineering projects or installations.
  • Familiarity with CMMS systems.
  • IOSH / NEBOSH (or willingness to work towards).

The Benefits

You will be working for a well-established growing employer.

An excellent salary.

A good pension scheme.

A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment.

The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices.