Mechanical Engineer
Manufacturing Environment | Long-Term Opportunity
Are you a hands-on mechanical maintenance engineer who enjoys fault-finding, improving reliability, and keeping production moving?
We’re looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing site within a global operation. This is a practical role offering variety, stability, and the chance to work on complex process equipment in a fast-paced environment.
⚙️ The Role
You’ll be a key part of the site engineering function, responsible for the maintenance, repair, and reliability of mechanical plant and machinery.
This is a role for someone who enjoys being on the tools, solving problems, and improving how equipment performs day-to-day.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
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Carrying out planned, preventative & reactive mechanical maintenance
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Diagnosing mechanical faults and completing repairs efficiently
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Working on pumps, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, valves, pipework & rotating equipment
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Interpreting P&IDs, isometric drawings, schematics & technical manuals
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Supporting breakdowns and identifying root causes
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Welding & fabrication work (MIG/TIG)
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Managing critical spare parts and maintenance documentation
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Liaising with contractors and suppliers for servicing and upgrades
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Ensuring compliance with H&S, quality, environmental & feed/food safety standards
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Supporting site operations, including occasional overtime or weekends
👷 What We’re Looking For
Essential:
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Strong mechanical engineering background
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Proven experience in maintenance or reliability engineering
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NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
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Confident working from mechanical drawings & P&IDs
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Welding capability (MIG/TIG)
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Basic electrical fault-finding knowledge
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Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
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Experience in process, food, FMCG, or packaging environments
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Forklift truck licence
🎁 What’s On Offer
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37.5-hour working week with overtime available
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Pension scheme, private healthcare & performance-related bonus
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Stable, long-term role within a global manufacturing business
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Opportunity to develop skills and progress within a supportive engineering team