Maintenance Engineer – Prestwick | £19.50/hr | Temp to Perm | Sustainable Manufacturing Environment
Aspirare is currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing facility based in Prestwick. This is a temp-to-perm position offering long-term career potential, a competitive hourly rate, and stable, full-time hours. The ideal candidate will have a solid mechanical background, proven experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment, and a proactive, hands-on approach to fault-finding and repairs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out regular preventative and routine maintenance on production machinery to ensure consistent performance and reliability
* Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime and maintain production flow
* Identify, diagnose, and repair mechanical faults to restore machinery to optimal working condition
* Support the Engineering Manager in ensuring smooth and efficient plant operations
* Complete all tasks in compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures
Requirements:
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Maintenance Engineer within a manufacturing, FMCG, or automated production environment
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in Mechanical Engineering
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and respond swiftly to equipment breakdowns
* Strong mechanical fault-finding, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills
* Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively within a team
Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate of £19.50
* Overtime paid at 1.5x the standard rate
* Temp-to-perm opportunity available after 13 weeks
* Stable, full-time position within a growing company
* Supportive team environment with modern, well-equipped facilities
Please Note: Only applicants with the right to work in the UK will be considered. Work visas are not provided, and applicants must handle this before applying