Maintenance Engineer – 5‑Axis CNC Specialist
Preston | Up to £55,000 + Exceptional Benefits
Join a growing industry, work with cutting‑edge machinery, and enjoy a role where your expertise truly makes an impact.
Why You’ll Love This Role
As part of a high‑performing engineering team, you’ll be hands‑on with advanced 5‑axis machine tools, tackling technical challenges that keep your skills sharp and your workday varied. Plus, you’ll benefit from a package that genuinely rewards your contribution:
✅ Annual company bonus
✅ Matched contributory pension (up to 7%)
✅ Excellent overtime availability
✅ 27 days holiday + bank holidays
✅ Company mobile phone + laptop
✅ Life assurance
✅ Long‑term job security in a booming sector
The Role
We’re looking for a site‑based Maintenance Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and working with precision machinery. You’ll be responsible for keeping high‑value CNC equipment running at peak performance by carrying out:
Key Responsibilities
* Delivering all planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks.
* Installing, servicing, and repairing 5‑axis machine tools.
* Fault‑finding and diagnosing issues on CNC milling machines, delivering effective corrective solutions.
* Interrogating PLC programs using Siemens S7.
* Working autonomously while communicating effectively with the wider team.
This is a role where you’ll own your work, take pride in solving problems, and be trusted to apply your engineering judgement.
About You
We’d love to speak with you if you are:
* A time‑served engineer or hold relevant engineering qualifications.
* Confident and experienced in troubleshooting 5‑axis CNC milling machines independently.
* Skilled in both verbal and written communication.
* Familiar with Siemens 840D CNC control systems.
If you’re driven, technically curious, and want a role where your expertise matters—this is a fantastic opportunity.