Job Description
Due to ongoing operational requirements, my client is looking to appoint a Maintenance Foreman to support the Maintenance Manager and take a hands-on role in keeping machinery, equipment, and site facilities running safely and efficiently.
This is a practical, varied role within a busy production environment, ideal for someone with a strong engineering background who enjoys fault-finding, site maintenance, and supporting day-to-day operations.
The important part
* £14.80 per hour
* £31,938 per annum (41.5-hour week)
* Monday–Thursday: 07:00–16:30
* Friday: 07:00–12:30 (early finish)
* Overtime available as required
* Long-term, stable position within an established business
What you will be doing
* Carrying out routine and preventative maintenance on machinery and production equipment, including CNC machinery
* Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, and control-system faults
* Coordinating with external service engineers and contractors when required
* Maintaining accurate maintenance logs and service records
* Carrying out and recording calibration checks on measuring equipment
* Completing general site maintenance, including repairs to buildings, doors, roofs, and infrastructure
* Supporting the upkeep of heating, ventilation, extraction, and compressed air systems
* Ensuring workshop tools, utilities, and equipment are maintained safely
* Conducting site inspections and identifying hazards or potential improvements
* Assisting the Maintenance Manager with planning and prioritising maintenance activities
* Providing hands-on support and guidance to junior maintenance staff
* Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company procedures
What we are looking for
* General engineering background (mechanical and/or electrical)
* Strong experience maintaining machinery and production equipment
* CNC machinery experience advantageous
* Knowledge of pneumatics, compressed air systems, and basic hydraulics
* Experience with property and general site maintenance
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
* Able to work independently with minimal supervision
* Good communication skills and ability to liaise with contractors and suppliers
Health & safety
* Commitment to working safely and promoting safe working practices
* Experience working to health, safety, and environmental procedures
* Involvement in risk assessments, safety checks, and incident reporting
Desirable (but not essential)
* Formal engineering qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds)
* Background in manufacturing or production environments
* Basic IT skills for maintenance logging
* Knowledge of health & safety legislation
* Forklift certification
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