Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Hartlepool
Salary: Circa £42,000 - £48,000 PA
Benefits:
* Competitive holiday package (26 days + 8 bank holidays)
* Company pension contributions
* Free on-site parking
* Overtime at competitive rates
* Early finish on Fridays
* £300 quarterly attendance bonus
* Opportunities for career progression
Working Hours:
2 Shift Pattern
Job Description:
As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of factory equipment. Your responsibilities will include preventive and reactive maintenance of machinery, with a strong focus on hydraulics, pneumatics, and fault finding on presses.
The successful Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will also be responsible for uploading downtime data and key performance indicators (KPIs) into a system, making this a data-driven role that requires attention to detail and accuracy.
Main Responsibilities of the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:
* Commission and install new plant equipment across the factory.
* Execute routine preventative maintenance and planned maintenance (PPM) schedules.
* Quickly respond to and resolve faults on machinery, documenting steps to prevent recurring issues.
* Ensure all maintenance records and documentation are completed accurately.
* Build effective relationships with internal departments and liaise with external contractors as necessary.
* Must have exposure of working within heavy industry / press manufacturing enviroment.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Relevant mechanical maintenance qualification (HNC/HND/ONC or similar).
* Proven experience in a high-demand manufacturing environment, ideally within heavy industry or similar
* Proficiency in fault diagnostics and troubleshooting on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
* Strong mechanical knowledge, particularly in working with presses./ lathes / milling etc
* Excellent data management skills for tracking machinery downtime and performance.
* Any exposure of continuous improvement or working upon projects are advantageous
Why Should You Apply?
This role offers the chance to join a company known for its stability, competitive pay, and commitment to employee development. As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you’ll enjoy a varied and challenging role with room for career growth and professional development, backed by a supportive team and extensive benefits. If you are data-driven, detail-oriented, and eager to work with cutting-edge machinery in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
The Company:
Our client is a leader in manufacturing and innovation within a leading sector, catering to diverse industries such as automotive, filtration, aerospace, engineering, and agriculture.
This stable and dynamic company prides itself on its committed, skilled workforce and high-quality machinery, both of which drive its continuous success. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values work-life balance, employee growth, and offers a competitive benefits package