Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Description:

Salary £59,300
4 on 4 off 
Days & Nights 
7am - 7pm & 7pm -7am

We are looking for a confident Apprentice Trained Mechanically Bias Maintenance Engineer to join the team at our clients manufacturing site in Leicester. 

This is a well-established manufacturing business operating in a fast-paced production environment and we are looking a committed engineer that can strengthen the team responding to breakdowns, carrying out planned maintenance and support continuous improvements. 

If you are a strong mechanical maintenance engineer this is a great opportunity to join the growing team with a business that truly invests in training and development. 

Key Responsibilities of a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer 

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on manufacturing equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults efficiently to minimise downtime
• Work on conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, bearings, chains, belts, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery
• Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement projects
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety regulations
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

Skills & Experience Required for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer 

• Time-served Mechanical Engineer / Apprenticeship trained
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• CMMS and SCADA systems experience. 
• Basic electrical competency (advantageous but not essential)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible approach to shift work

Salary & Benefits for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer 

• Salary £59,300
• Quarterly Bonus (KPI Dependant)
• 10% company pension contribution 
• 23 days holiday
• Staff Discount 
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a growing organisation

If you feel you are ready to take the next step in your career and have the right skills and experience for this Mechanical Maintenance Engineers role please click Apply or contact the Permanent Vacancies team on (phone number removed)