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Maintenance Engineer

MTrec RecruitmentUK, UK🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 10 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Maintenance Engineer role offers significant growth potential within a market-leading company, allowing you to lead a team and implement impactful improvements to plant machinery. If you possess strong leadership and technical skills in mechanical, electrical, and automation systems, you'll thrive in this environment. Apply today to leverage your expertise and advance your career!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
UK, UK, United Kingdom
Posted
17 hours ago

Job Description

MTrec’s new career opportunity

Our client are market leaders in their industry sector. They are now looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer on a permanent basis.

The Job you’ll do

  • Plan, coordinate, and supervise maintenance activities across all plant machinery and systems to minimise downtime.
  • Lead and manage a team of technicians, providing guidance, training, and supervision to ensure high standards of work.
  • Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules in line with manufacturer specifications and operational demands.
  • Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and automation issues using schematics, technical manuals, and diagnostic tools.
  • Manage projects related to equipment upgrades, repairs, or installations, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Oversee the utilisation of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for automation control systems optimisation.
  • Analyse equipment performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly.
  • Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, spare parts inventory, and equipment history for compliance and reporting purposes.
  • Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations during all maintenance operations.
  • Requirements
  • Proven management experience with a strong background in supervising maintenance teams within industrial or manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrable project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently.

About You

  • Extensive knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical circuits, schematics, and automation controls including PLCs.
  • Strong leadership qualities with excellent organisational skills to oversee maintenance programmes effectively.
  • Previous experience in managing maintenance operations with a focus on reliability-centred practices.
  • Mechanical knowledge combined with electrical experience is essential for diagnosing and resolving diverse technical issues.
  • Fluency in English is required for clear communication across teams and documentation purposes.
  • Relevant qualifications in engineering or technical fields are preferred; certifications in management or project management are advantageous.
  • This role is ideal for a dedicated professional eager to apply their expertise in a dynamic environment committed to operational excellence.

The Rewards and the Benefits

  • Permanent position.
  • Competitive salary.
  • Day shift role with a lunch time finish on Friday.

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