Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £50,900 + Private Healthcare + Pension

My client is a well-established, financially stable business with an excellent reputation as an employer and a presence across multiple sites throughout Europe. They are now looking to recruit an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their team on the outskirts of Edinburgh.

The Role:

• Carrying out reactive repairs, routine maintenance and testing across plant machinery and equipment
• Completing planned preventative maintenance work orders to improve reliability and minimise unplanned downtime
• Taking a proactive approach to fault-finding and identifying opportunities to prevent recurring equipment failures
• Supporting the development and implementation of preventative maintenance strategies
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and supporting engineering and production KPI targets
• Ensuring all maintenance records and auditable paperwork are completed accurately and maintained to the required standard
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of equipment performance and operational efficiency

What We're Looking For:

• Completed a recognised apprenticeship in an electrical or mechanical engineering discipline
• Previous maintenance engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
• An electrical bias, with experience of PLCs and automation systems highly desirable
• Strong practical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• A good understanding of preventative maintenance practices and equipment reliability
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics would be advantageous
• A proactive, team-oriented approach, with a genuine interest in continuous improvement and professional development

Shift Pattern:

• Continental shift patter - 4 on / 4 off - rotating day and night shifts

Interested in Finding Out More?

If you're looking for a new engineering challenge with a competitive salary, an attractive benefits package and the backing of an established international business, this is an opportunity worth exploring.