Overview
A major steel company in Wednesbury is seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join the Laser Maintenance Department.
Annual Salary: £32,000 to £34,000
Weekly Hours: 7am to 3.30pm
Responsibilities
* Respond to and resolve mechanical and electrical breakdowns efficiently
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks according to the maintenance schedule
* Diagnose and repair faults on tube laser cutting machinery and related equipment
* Log all maintenance activities using the internal maintenance management system
* Create and update Safe Working Methods (SWMs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Liaise with external suppliers for servicing, parts, and technical support
* Take ownership of critical spare parts stock and ensure inventory is maintained
* Maintain high standards of workmanship and safety across all tasks
* Communicate clearly with production teams and managers to minimize downtime
* Support improvement and maintenance projects within the Laser department and across the factory
* Report issues or concerns to the Plant Manager and Laser Production Manager
* Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company rules
* Participate in planned and reactive overtime as required
Qualifications & Experience
* City & Guilds, BTEC, or Time-Served Qualification in an engineering discipline
* Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
* Understanding of electrical/electronic circuits and systems
* Experience using PC-based maintenance and machine control systems
* Background in a manufacturing environment, ideally working with precision machinery
Desirable
* Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
* Knowledge of tube laser cutting equipment or value-added manufacturing processes
Why Join Us
* Be part of a highly skilled and supportive engineering team
* Gain hands-on experience with advanced laser cutting machinery
* Access full training during your probation and additional job-specific training thereafter
* Work in a stable and growing company that values quality, innovation, and teamwork
* Regular overtime opportunities
Please apply now for this great opportunity as a Maintenance Engineer.
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