Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

£52,000-£54,000 + Premium Overtime + Excellent Benefits

Days Only | 4 on / 4 off | Continental Shifts

Looking for excellent earning potential, job security, and a strong team environment?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established, high-output manufacturing site where overtime is regular and rewarded.

What’s in It for You?

Salary: £50,000–£52,000

Regular overtime paid at premium rates

Days only – no nights

4 on / 4 off shift pattern

12-hour shifts (30-minute paid lunch)

Christmas bonus

Track & SFPB bonuses (performance/output related)

Life insurance – 2x annual salary

Pension:

Employee: 2%

Company: 2%

Holiday:

23 days total (15 days + 8 bank holidays)

Additional service-related entitlement

Pro-rata in first year

The Role

Reporting to the Departmental Engineer, you will play a key role in keeping plant and equipment operating safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

* Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly inspections & planned maintenance

* Respond quickly to mechanical breakdowns

* Fault-find using hydraulic and pneumatic drawings

Record parts usage to maintain accurate stores stock levels

Assist with root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

Carry out plant modifications in line with regulations

Support installation of new equipment

Assist with training and mentoring apprentices

Participate in call-out cover when required

Work reasonable overtime during peak demand

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

* Time-served apprenticeship

* C&G Part 3 or ONC / HNC

* Strong experience with hydraulics & pneumatics

* Knowledge of motors & drives (gear motors, reduction gearboxes, overhead cranes)

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

* Comfortable working independently or as part of a team

Desirable (but not essential):

* Foundry or heavy manufacturing experience

* Banksman certification

* FLT / access equipment training

* Experience using lathes, milling machines, grinders

Why Apply?

High earning potential with overtime and bonuses

Stable, long-term role in a busy production environment

Days only shift pattern for better work-life balance

Opportunity to develop skills and mentor apprentices

Supportive engineering team with strong leadership

Apply now to secure a well-paid, days-based mechanical maintenance role with excellent benefits and progression opportunities
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed