Maintenance Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer with an 80/20 electrical-mechanical bias to join our clients dedicated engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional who is passionate about minimizing downtime, optimizing equipment performance, and ensuring smooth manufacturing processes. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will play a vital role in maintaining and improving high-speed production machinery

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and rapid fault-finding on both electrical and mechanical systems.

• Work on a variety of machinery, including conveyors, motors, gearboxes, sensors, inverters, pneumatics, servo drives, control panels, pumps, compressors, bearings, and shafts.

• Conduct PLC fault-finding and diagnostics.

• Service, test, and repair all site services and facilities equipment.

• Participate in continuous improvement projects, new equipment installations, and modifications.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality policies.

• Manage the inventory of electrical spare parts and components.

• Build and maintain relationships with external suppliers for maintenance and spare parts.

• Perform monthly lighting and site electrical checks.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience in electrical engineering with a strong understanding of mechanical systems.

• Proven track record working with high-speed manufacturing equipment.

• Methodical and detail-oriented approach to maintenance and repairs.

• Strong adherence to health and safety practices.

• Proactive problem-solver who takes pride in their work.

Additional Requirements:

• Flexibility to work in any department as needed, performing tasks within your capabilities.

• Willingness to respond to emergency breakdowns outside of regular hours, with the option for time in lieu at the manager’s discretion.

Salary & Working Hours:

Up to £45,000 depending on experience

08:00 until 16:00, Monday to Friday