Aerospace Maintenance Engineer - Multi-Skilled & Proactive

PPG; Shildon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials company in Shildon is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer for a full-time permanent role. Responsibilities include maintenance on plant equipment and buildings, ensuring productivity for aerospace customers while adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical skills, experience in manufacturing, and relevant qualifications, including ONC/HNC in engineering disciplines. PPG offers competitive compensation and comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee benefits programs

Health and well-being support

Qualifications

• Proven ability to perform maintenance tasks efficiently.
• Ability to diagnose breakdown causes quickly.
• Familiar with 5S processes and workplace housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Complete reactive and planned maintenance on all equipment.
• Carry out preventive maintenance to site standards.
• Diagnose and repair breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Calibrate instrumentation including weighing systems and flow controls.

Skills

Multi-skilled with mechanical bias

Experience in fast-paced manufacturing

Ability to work at height

Quality and Health & Safety awareness

Good communication skills

Proactive and enthusiastic attitude

Education

ONC/HNC in electrical or mechanical discipline

Minimum Level 3 Mechanical qualification

ComPex Ex11 qualification (preferred)

18th Edition IEE Wiring regulations certification

Tools

Instrumentation calibration tools

FLT training

IPAF certification

Job description

A leading materials company in Shildon is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer for a full-time permanent role. Responsibilities include maintenance on plant equipment and buildings, ensuring productivity for aerospace customers while adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical skills, experience in manufacturing, and relevant qualifications, including ONC/HNC in engineering disciplines. PPG offers competitive compensation and comprehensive employee benefits.