Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical
Leicester (multi-site role)
Full-Time – 37.5 hours per week
Shift: 7:00am – 3:00pm
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a busy engineering manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining CNC and specialist machinery, ensuring minimal downtime and supporting operational efficiency across multiple sites in Leicester.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide mechanical maintenance to a wide range of CNC and specialist machinery
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Carry out mechanical repairs on gearboxes, bearings, shafts, drive chains, pumps, and tanks
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Manage and resolve reactive breakdowns, minimising machine downtime
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Undertake major refurbishment of plant, equipment, and machinery as required
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Conduct PLC fault finding and interrogation
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Investigate reported faults, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
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Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
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Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and legal requirements
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Work across multiple sites within Leicester
Essential Requirements
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HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment
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Proven experience fault-finding and repairing CNC multi-axis machines
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Experience with Fanuc and Siemens controls
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Up-to-date knowledge of current and emerging engineering technologies
Desirable
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NVQ in Maintenance Engineering
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Strong understanding of engineering operational processes and standards
Personal Attributes
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Strong engineering knowledge and practical skills
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Team player with the ability to adapt to changing working practices
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Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise machinery breakdowns effectively
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Physically fit and able to work in confined or awkward spaces