Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Rishton, UK
Monday to Friday | Shifts: 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm
Up to £45,000 per annum
Role Overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a dedicated maintenance team of 8 engineers (5 Electrical, 3 Mechanical) at a large UK manufacturing site. This role is 100% mechanically focused, supporting two key areas of the business: industrial component manufacturing and pharmaceutical production.
The position is hands-on and varied, covering a wide range of machinery. You'll be responsible for reactive maintenance (80%), planned preventative maintenance (PPM) (20%), and project-based engineering work to improve equipment reliability and performance.
Key Responsibilities For The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
1. Carry out mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installations across both industrial and pharmaceutical production areas.
2. Complete weekly PPM tasks, working towards improving the site's preventative maintenance schedule.
3. Use the CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System) to manage and document tasks.
4. Support ongoing projects to upgrade or optimise production equ...