Mechanically Biased Maintenance Engineer

Overview
We are working with a well-established manufacturing business to recruit a Mechanically biased Multi Skilled Technician to join their engineering team. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this is a key role focused on ensuring the reliability and performance of plant and equipment across the site. This position would suit a hands-on, proactive engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, contributing to both planned maintenance and reactive breakdown support.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out mechanical and some electrical maintenance to minimise downtime across all plant and equipment

* Diagnose faults and support breakdown investigations and repairs

* Undertake planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and refurbishment of machinery

* Set up and maintain plant and equipment to ensure optimal performance

* Support installation and commissioning of new machinery

* Accurately record maintenance activities, time, and materials using CMMS

* Liaise with contractors and suppliers to source parts and support fault finding

* Ensure all work is carried out in line with health & safety and statutory requirements

* Maintain high housekeeping standards and follow company procedures

* Work collaboratively with production and other departments to achieve operational targets

The Candidate

* Time-served engineering apprenticeship

* Multi-skilled with both mechanical and some electrical experience

* NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline

* Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

* Flexible, reliable, and a strong team player

* Self-motivated with a proactive approach to maintenance and improvement

On Offer
Generous salary and bonus scheme
Enhanced company pension
Health scheme
Full-time, permanent position working 4 on 4 off 12 day shifts 6am to 6pm
Opportunity to join a stable, well-invested manufacturing environment

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