Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Ripley Salary: £46,550 Bonus: £1,314 Shift Pattern: 3-shift rotation Hours: 40 per week I’m currently recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading manufacturing site based in Ripley. The successful candidate will support the site’s ongoing shift from reactive to proactive maintenance, helping to reduce downtime and improve overall efficiency. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a stable, forward thinking business with strong investment in people and processes. Benefits 34 days holiday including bank holidays 7% matched stakeholder pension Medicash plan and private healthcare scheme eligibility Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Weekly on-site occupational health support Cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, and workwear provided Key Responsibilities Perform planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of machinery Ensure all equipment meets safety and compliance standards Diagnose faults, identify root causes, and implement long-term fixes Log and track maintenance data using CMMS Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site Work collaboratively with engineers, operators, and managers Qualifications & Experience NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering (time-served apprenticeship) Minimum 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting Technical Skills Welding (MIG, TIG, Arc), machining, pipe fitting Pneumatics and hydraulics systems Mechanical assembly: motors, gearboxes, conveyors, bearings, belts CMMS usage and interpretation of technical drawings IT literate (Microsoft packages) Steam knowledge desirable but not essential Health & Safety Strong working knowledge of PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, and other UK safety standards Familiarity with LOTO procedures and risk assessments Soft Skills Strong problem-solving mindset and communication skills Able to work collaboratively in a team environment Flexible and proactive approach to supporting business needs Get in touch with Josh Sharkey from Stirling Warrington for this role or any other Maintenance Engineer roles across the East Midlands