An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer (mechanically biased) to join a well-established manufacturing business in Clitheroe. This is a days-based position offering long-term stability, a varied mechanical workload, and strong support from both engineering and operations teams.
An on-call rota operates on a 1-in-5 basis, covering two local sites. A company vehicle is provided while on call for full usage across the week.
Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.
What You'll Do...
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant working environment
* Ensure all engineering activities meet HSE, food safety, environmental, and company standards
* Contribute to the development and review of risk assessments and safe systems of work
* Maintain engineering areas to a high GMP standard
Maintenance & Engineering (Mechanical Focus)
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on plant, machinery, and production equipment
* Respond to mechanical breakdowns quickly to minimise downtime
* Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults, with basic electrical fault-finding where required
* Dismantle, repair, and reassemble machinery using hand and power tools
* Maintain and adjust mechanical systems including conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, motors, and pneumatics
* Inspect components using precision measuring equipment (e.g. callipers, micrometres)
Fabrication & Technical Skills
* Fabricate and modify components using workshop machinery
* Welding experience desirable but not essential
* Read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals, and technical specifications
Systems, Communication & Teamwork
* Accurately log all work on a CMMS system and complete follow-up actions
* Communicate faults, progress updates, and repair times effectively
* Support root cause analysis (RCA) and improvement projects
* Work independently and collaboratively within the engineering team
Stock & Resource Management
* Monitor and maintain stock levels of engineering spares and consumables
* Assist with parts ordering and verification
* Use materials efficiently to control costs and minimise waste
Continuous Improvement
* Maintain up-to-date mechanical knowledge through training and development
* Provide engineering support and input where required
* Contribute to team KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives
What You'll Bring...
Essential
* Apprentice-trained engineer or equivalent mechanical qualification
* Mechanically biased maintenance background
* Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work
* Practical experience with LOTO procedures
* Experience using CMMS systems and structured fault-finding methods
* Strong mechanical problem-solving and diagnostic skills
* Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
* Competent with xsngvjr hand and power tools
* High attention to detail and proactive approach to maintenance
* Full UK driving licence (Category B)
Additional Skills
* Understanding of working at height and in confined spaces (training provided)
* Basic electrical fault-finding capability advantageous
* Competent using Microsoft Office and tablet-based systems
* Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
* Reliable, flexible, and adaptable to changing priorities
What's On Offer...
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Pension scheme
* Life assurance
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* 31 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata)
* Company health cash plan
* Free onsite parking
* Career development and contribution towards training and qualifications
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates