Mechanical Engineer

?? Mechanical Maintenance EngineerLocation: Dudley, West Midlands
Salary: £40,000 £45,000
Hours: Rotating 2 Shift Pattern (6:00am2:00pm / 2:00pm10:00pm)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A leading steel processing company in Dudley is looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join its established maintenance team. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role offering career stability, overtime opportunities, and an excellent benefits package.

The RoleAs a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on plant machinery.
  
  
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  
  
• Complete welding, fabrication, and mechanical repairs.
  
  
• Perform oxy-acetylene burning and bench fitting.
  
  
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
  
  
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
  
  
• Operate forklifts, cherry pickers, and overhead cranes where required.
  
  

About You

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering.
  
  
• Time-served apprenticeship preferred.
  
  
• Previous mechanical maintenance experience within heavy industry or manufacturing.
  
  
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and fabrication.
  
  
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  

Benefits

• £40,000£45,000 including shift allowance.
  
  
• Overtime available.
  
  
• 33 days holiday (including shutdown periods).
  
  
• Company pension.
  
  
• Death in Service benefit.
  
  
• Healthcare cash plan (following qualifying period).
  
  

If you're an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a secure, long-term opportunity with a well-established manufacturer, apply today with your CV.