Job : Experienced Mechanical Biased Maintenance Engineer Position: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Great Bridge (occasional travel to other sites as needed) Hours: 09:30 - 18:30 with some flexibility on start/finish times; includes one weekend day every couple of weeks Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Are you a skilled Mechanical Biased Maintenance Engineer looking to join a fast-paced, dynamic environment? We are seeking an experienced professional to support our clients manufacturing facilities with top-notch maintenance services, ensuring machinery and equipment are always operational to meet their production goals. This role is perfect for a proactive and adaptable engineer who thrives under pressure and takes pride in maintaining a high standard of efficiency and safety. Key Responsibilities: Equipment Repair and Maintenance: Diagnose, assess, and repair equipment to support continuous production, ensuring minimal downtime. Planned Maintenance: Execute the annual maintenance plan, covering every production section. Process Improvement: Identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency enhancement, supporting a culture of continuous improvement. Project Support: Assist in equipment relocation, process redesign, and machine upgrades to maintain operational readiness. Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all tasks are performed safely in line with company policies and maintain accurate maintenance records. Essential Qualifications & Experience: Engineering Background: City & Guilds (or equivalent) in Engineering, or extensive equivalent experience. Technical Apprenticeship: Completion of a time-served apprenticeship in a technical field. Technical Skills: Hands-on knowledge of control systems and PLCs, with strong diagnostic abilities across electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems. Mechanical Expertise: Solid mechanical knowledge and ability to perform routine and reactive maintenance. Key Competencies: Problem-Solver: Strong diagnostic skills with an ability to remain calm and clear-thinking under pressure. Flexible & Proactive: Responds quickly to repair needs and adapts to changing priorities in a fast-moving manufacturing environment. Excellent Communicator: Works well across departments to resolve maintenance issues collaboratively. This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong sense of urgency and a hands-on approach. If you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, and a commitment to maintaining a high standard of operational efficiency, apply today