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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
A global manufacturer in the Birmingham area is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a day‑based role. Please note that very occasionally there will be a requirement to cover sickness or holidays from the shift engineers, likely once every 3 months.
The ideal candidate will be a hard‑working and adaptable engineer with a strong technical background within a fast‑paced, heavy industry manufacturing environment. You will report to the Maintenance Team Leader and provide planned, preventative maintenance expertise along with responses to reactive breakdowns.
This is a fantastic opportunity with a multinational company that supplies to a variety of industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, HVAC and more.
Role Details
Role: Maintenance Engineer
Location: Birmingham
Salary: GBP 45,000 – GBP 48,000
Shift: Days (Occasional shift cover)
Key Responsibilities
* Serve as a primary point of contact for maintenance activities, overseeing processes, TPM initiatives, and contractor coordination to ensure smooth operations and optimal equipment availability.
* Adhere to and promote company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, completing relevant risk assessments and following all SOPs.
* Deliver hands‑on mechanical and technical support for equipment and assist with maintenance across production lines.
* Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and TPM tasks, while responding promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns.
* Monitor, assess, and interpret equipment performance data to support continuous improvement and enhance reliability.
* Work closely with production and engineering teams to plan and execute maintenance activities with minimal operational impact.
* Lead, mentor, and support apprentices, contributing to their technical development and skill progression.
* Manage spare parts availability and oversee on‑site contractors, ensuring all work meets company standards and compliance requirements.
* Provide technical insight and support for engineering projects, equipment upgrades, and new machinery installations.
Key Requirements
* Relevant Mechanical Engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3, City and Guilds, BTEC; HNC desirable).
* Minimum 3 years' experience in medium to heavy industrial maintenance.
* Strong knowledge of fluid power systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, fabrication, and machine shop activities.
* Ability to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.
* Experience with annealing, induction furnaces, casting, or rolling equipment is highly desirable.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently, within a team, and provide cover on 4 on/4 off shifts when required.
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