Maintenance Mechanical Engineer
Location: Melksham, Wiltshire
Salary: £40 - £43K including shift allowance
Hours: 38 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 3 shifts - 06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 / 22:00-06:00
We are currently recruiting for a skilled Maintenance Mechanical Engineer on behalf of a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business based in Melksham.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable company on a permanent basis, working as part of a close-knit engineering team providing mechanical maintenance and support across site. The successful candidate will bring strong experience in plant maintenance and a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Key Duties include:
Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on production machines
Diagnosing faults in hydraulic and pneumatic systems using schematics
Completing mechanical PMIs, tool changes, and routine equipment safety checks
Supporting minor installations and contributing to continuous improvement projects
Maintaining facilities equipment including boilers, compressors, pumps, extraction units, and air handling systems
Assisting with the management of mould tools, ensuring readiness for production
Accurate job logging using Maintenance Connect
Supporting Kaizen activities and TPM processes
Collaborating with electrical team when required
Covering for holidays and occasionally providing night shift supportWhat We're Looking For:
Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 5 years' plant maintenance experience
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, fabrication, and machining
Good communication and teamworking skills
Flexible and proactive approach to training and developmentBenefits Include:
Up to 5% bonus (paid quarterly)
Medicash health plan
Matched pension up to 7.5%
6x salary life assurance
Share incentive planInterested?
If you're a reliable and experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer seeking a long-term opportunity with excellent benefits, we'd love to hear from you