Maintenance Engineer (CNC Machines)
Denham
£40,000–£42,000 + Overtime | Days | Early Finish Fridays
About the Company
A leading British engineering manufacturer is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to support its busy Machine Shop team. Operating at the cutting edge of aerospace technology, this company’s products are trusted worldwide to protect lives in critical situations.
The Role
As Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring CNC machinery is kept in peak condition through repair, servicing, and preventative maintenance. Reporting to the Machine Shop Manager, you’ll work hands-on to reduce downtime, solve technical problems, and keep production on track.
Responsibilities:
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance in line with manufacturer guidelines.
Diagnose and repair faults on CNC machinery (including 4- & 5-axis machining centres and CNC turning machines).
Replace worn or faulty components, wiring, and parts as needed.
Liaise with external suppliers for specialist repairs when required.
Safely operate forklifts and lifting equipment to move tools, parts, and materials.
About You
We’re looking for a proactive engineer with strong technical skills and a background in maintaining CNC machine tools.
Essential Requirements:
IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
Forklift licence.
Proficient with hand tools and electrical testing equipment.
Previous experience maintaining CNC machines in a manufacturing environment.
GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English.
Strong manual dexterity with excellent problem-solving skills.
Benefits
£40,000–£42,000 per year + overtime.
9% non-contributory pension scheme.
Life assurance at 4x salary.
Lunchtime finish every Friday.
25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays, with option to purchase additional days.
Tailored training and development opportunities.
Healthcare cash plan.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Workplace nursery benefit scheme.
Employee discounts platform.
Why Join Us?
This is your chance to be part of a secure, innovative, and supportive organisation where your expertise will be valued, your development encouraged, and your work will have a real-world impact
This is an opportunity to join a secure, forward-thinking manufacturer where your skills will be valued, your development will be supported, and your work will make a tangible difference.
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