Mechanical Facilities Engineer – Key Role in a Thriving Manufacturing Environment
Are you a mechanically biased Facilities Engineer looking for your next challenge?
Do you enjoy hands-on work, solving mechanical issues, and keeping equipment running at peak performance?
This is a brand-new opportunity with a leading manufacturing company where you'll play a vital role in maintaining and improving mechanical systems across the site. It's a great chance to shape the role, use your expertise, and make a real impact in a supportive, forward-thinking team.
Why Join?
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Newly created position – Make it your own from day one
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Mechanical variety – Work on a broad range of systems and equipment
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Mentor potential – Guide and support apprentices in developing their mechanical skills
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Training & development – Expand your technical know-how
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Great work-life balance – No shifts, no weekends
Your Core Responsibilities
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Maintaining and optimising mechanical systems across the factory, offices, and site infrastructure
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Diagnosing, repairing, and preventing mechanical faults on production and facilities equipment (pumps, valves, compressors, HVAC, pneumatics, etc.)
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Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and identifying areas for mechanical improvement
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Liaising with specialist contractors for larger installations or servicing
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Supporting apprentices and junior staff with mechanical fault finding and repairs
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Maintaining safe working practices and ensuring mechanical compliance with health & safety standards
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
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3+ years’ experience in facilities maintenance or mechanical engineering within a manufacturing environment
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Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills
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Qualifications such as IPAF, PASMA, forklift (or willing to train)
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Reliable, hands-on, and able to work independently and as part of a team
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Full UK driving licence and legal right to work in the UK
Hours & Benefits
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Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30 (37.5 hrs/week)
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No weekend or shift work
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Long-term progression opportunities
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Friendly and collaborative team environment
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Ongoing investment in your training and development
If you're a mechanically minded problem-solver who takes pride in keeping things running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and take the next step in your engineering career