Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Leicester

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

£55,000 - £58,000 + Bonus + 15% Pension

Leicester | 4 on 4 off Days & Nights
Are you an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking to join a large, well-invested heavy industrial manufacturing site?
We are recruiting for a leading manufacturer seeking a skilled engineer to join their established maintenance team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of heavy industrial and automated production equipment while benefiting from ongoing training, technical development and genuine career progression.

What's On Offer?

£55,000 - £58,000 Basic Salary
Annual Bonus Scheme
15% Pension Contribution
Overtime Opportunities
Ongoing Training & Technical Development
Long-Term Career Progression
Stable and Growing Manufacturing Business

The Role

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across a heavy industrial production facility.
Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults on plant machinery and production equipment.
Maintaining conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, motors, chains and hydraulic systems.
Carrying out mechanical installations, repairs and equipment improvements.
Supporting preventative maintenance activities to improve plant reliability.
Assisting with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
Minimising downtime and maximising plant performance.
Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with engineering standards.

What We're Looking For

Recognised Mechanical Engineering qualification.
Strong mechanical fault-finding and maintenance experience.
Previous experience within manufacturing, heavy industry, processing, recycling, steel, aggregates, building products, FMCG or similar environments.
Experience working with conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings and hydraulic systems.
A proactive and safety-focused approach to maintenance.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
Flexibility to work a 4 on 4 off days and nights shift pattern.

Apply Now

If you're a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a well-paid position with excellent benefits and genuine career prospects, apply today.
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer | Leicester | £55,000 - £58,000 + Bonus + 15% Pension
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed