Maintenance Engineer

Job Description:

Maintenance Engineer - Career Progression Opportunity | Coventry | Permanent Role

Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing site in Coventry. You'll work closely with a senior engineer to develop your leadership skills and eventually take charge of the maintenance team.

Location: Coventry
Employment Type: Permanent
Career Path: Progression into a leadership role

As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for the upkeep and servicing of all machinery and technical equipment on site, as well as overseeing the facilities and grounds. This is a hands-on role with a clear pathway to team leadership.

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and maintain accurate records
• Conduct safety checks and ensure compliance with site procedures
• Respond swiftly to breakdowns to minimise downtime
• Install and commission new equipment
• Liaise with contractors and ensure safety protocols are followed
• Maintain spare parts inventory and procurement
• Fault-find and resolve electrical/mechanical issues
• Support continuous improvement and performance targets
• Adhere to lockout/tagout procedures

• Completed apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical discipline
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Forklift licence (preferred but not essential)

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings
• Proven fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience in automotive manufacturing (desirable)
• Sewing machine maintenance experience (desirable)
• IT literate, especially with Microsoft Office
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Experience in jig/tool design and manufacture (desirable)
• Minimum 5 years in a maintenance/facilities role (desirable)
• IPAF 3a/3b qualification (desirable)