Maintenance Engineer - Career Progression Opportunity | Coventry | Permanent Role Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing site in Coventry. You'll work closely with a senior engineer to develop your leadership skills and eventually take charge of the maintenance team. Location: Coventry Employment Type: Permanent Career Path: Progression into a leadership role Role Overview As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for the upkeep and servicing of all machinery and technical equipment on site, as well as overseeing the facilities and grounds. This is a hands-on role with a clear pathway to team leadership. Key Responsibilities Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and maintain accurate records Conduct safety checks and ensure compliance with site procedures Respond swiftly to breakdowns to minimise downtime Install and commission new equipment Liaise with contractors and ensure safety protocols are followed Maintain spare parts inventory and procurement Fault-find and resolve electrical/mechanical issues Support continuous improvement and performance targets Adhere to lockout/tagout procedures Qualifications & Requirements Completed apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical discipline Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation Full UK driving licence (essential) Forklift licence (preferred but not essential) Skills & Experience Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings Proven fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems Experience in automotive manufacturing (desirable) Sewing machine maintenance experience (desirable) IT literate, especially with Microsoft Office Strong literacy and numeracy skills Experience in jig/tool design and manufacture (desirable) Minimum 5 years in a maintenance/facilities role (desirable) IPAF 3a/3b qualification (desirable)