Are you a versatile and skilled engineer ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic manufacturing environment? We're seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our dedicated team and play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our factory. About the Role This is a hands-on position that demands technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining and repairing factory machinery. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment with a mix of mechanical and electrical tasks, ensuring our operations run seamlessly. Key Responsibilities: Maintenance, repair, and installation of factory machinery. Troubleshooting and resolving issues with minimal downtime. Handling a wide range of systems, including machine tools, gearboxes, pneumatic controls, fire alarms, and electrical drives. Conducting planned maintenance and liaising with external contractors when required. Maintaining general factory infrastructure and systems. Sharing call-out responsibilities and providing weekend breakdown cover on rotation. What We’re Looking For: Essential Skills & Experience: Mechanical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or higher). Experience with: Machine tools Gearboxes and drives Pneumatic systems Fire alarm testing and maintenance Strong problem-solving abilities with the confidence to escalate issues when necessary. Desirable Skills: Electrical qualifications (18th Edition preferred). Experience with single and three-phase motors, AC/DC drives, and heater/cooling controls. PAT testing certification and knowledge of electrical control systems. Why Join Us? Competitive Pay: £15.85 - £16.90/hour (depending on experience), with overtime paid at 1.5x the basic rate. Additional Earnings: Weekend breakdown coverage paid at 8 basic hours per week, plus additional pay for call-outs. Flexible Leave: 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with flexibility to work and save bank holidays when the factory is running. Work-Life Balance: Paid lunch breaks and a fair call-out rota. Development Opportunities: Grow your skills with further electrical training and varied hands-on experience. Working Hours Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (42.5 hours/week, including paid lunch). Rotational weekend coverage: Up to 50.5 hours/week when on call. For more information and to apply please send an up-to-date CV to Matthew Robinson