Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Manufacturing Sector

Location: On-site, near TemplecombeIndustry: Industrial Manufacturing

Salary: 40K - 45K depending on experience

A growing and forward-thinking manufacturing company is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to take charge of the maintenance and engineering operations within its production facility. Operating in a specialist industry, the company prides itself on high-quality production, efficiency, and technical expertise. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth running of the site, maintaining equipment and driving continuous improvement.

The Role

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing all engineering activities, ensuring machinery and equipment are well maintained, minimising downtime and implementing long-term efficiency improvements. This is a hands-on role requiring a proactive problem-solver who can manage day-to-day maintenance as well as longer-term projects. You will also liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure the best engineering solutions for the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of site engineering, ensuring the production facility runs efficiently.
• Identify and resolve equipment faults to reduce downtime and improve output.
• Implement preventative maintenance strategies to extend equipment lifespan.
• Maintain health and safety compliance across all engineering activities.
• Manage external contractors and suppliers, sourcing cost-effective solutions where required.
• Support process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new technical initiatives.
• Maintain a well-organised workshop, ensuring essential tools and spare parts are readily available.
• Work closely with other departments to align engineering solutions with business goals.

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Mechanical Engineer with experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• A strong background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing industrial machinery.
• A proactive and practical approach to maintenance and problem-solving.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and work collaboratively with different teams.
• A solid understanding of workplace safety and compliance regulations.

Benefits:

• Standard working hours: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
• Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
• 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical maintenance engineer to take on a key role in a thriving company.

HRGO Recruitment are a trusted recruitment agency supporting outstanding companies in the region. This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary based on your experience.