Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Thatcham - Newbury

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Shifts: Panama (2 on 3 off, 3 on 2 off), rotating Days & Nights (12-hour shifts)

Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance, strong pension scheme, and long-term stability with a well-established company

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We're currently recruiting experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineers to join a fast-growing, highly reputable manufacturing business in the Thatcham - Newbury area. If you've worked in FMCG or a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to build your career with a company that offers genuine progression and long-term stability.

You'll be part of a supportive, hands-on team that values quality maintenance, continuous improvement, and keeping production running efficiently.

• Performing planned and preventative maintenance on machinery and mechanical systems

• Diagnosing and repairing faults on conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, and related components

• Supporting breakdown response and root cause analysis to minimise downtime

• Working with hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical awareness where required

• Collaborating with a proactive, team-focused maintenance department

• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or similar mechanical qualification)

• Proven hands-on experience in a manufacturing or FMCG setting

• Solid mechanical fault-finding and repair skills

• Experience working on gearboxes, belts, bearings, valves, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems

• A motivated, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that invests in its people and provides a clear path for career development.

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