Maintenance Engineer

With over 100 years of UK manufacturing heritage, our client is a recognised market leader in the design and manufacture of its products. They are looking to recruit a proactive and hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their established engineering team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is a predominantly mechanically focused role, with a strong emphasis on hydraulic systems, automated production machinery and maintaining the reliable operation of plant equipment across the site.

Working on a rotating three-shift pattern of 8-hour shifts, you will be part of a team of three engineers per shift, playing a key role in maximising equipment reliability, minimising downtime and supporting production efficiency. Package details include:

• Salary of £46,000+
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus
• 24 days' annual leave, increasing to 26 days, plus bank holidays
• Healthcare cash plan
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Free on-site parking

Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), inspections and servicing of manufacturing machinery and associated plant equipment.
• Respond to machinery breakdowns, diagnose faults and undertake effective repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Fault-find, maintain and repair hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, power packs, pipework and associated components.
• Identify recurring mechanical faults and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability.

You must be Apprentice-trained or qualified in a relevant engineering discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent practical experience. Some other experience for the Maintenance Engineer includes:

• Previous experience in a mechanical maintenance role within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Good working knowledge of hydraulic systems and associated components.
• Experience maintaining automated production machinery and industrial plant equipment.

This opportunity is commutable from Mansfield, Sheffield, Matlock, Nottingham and Derby.

If you're a mechanically biased Maintenance Engineer with strong hydraulic experience and are looking to join an established manufacturing business with a long-standing reputation for quality and engineering excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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