Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Omega Plc; Heanor; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Omega Plc in Heanor is recruiting a Mechanical Maintenance Technician for an initial 3-month contract on a busy industrial site.

The role is mechanically biased, focusing on valves, pumps, pipework, and mechanical repairs with occasional basic electrical fault-finding support. You will perform both PPM and reactive maintenance and ensure safety compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Qualified in mechanical maintenance with appropriate certifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Diagnose faults and perform strip-downs, repairs, and overhauls.
• Repair pipework, fittings and mechanical systems.
• Respond to breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Assist with basic electrical fault-finding on motors and control gear.
• Support installation and modification activities on site.
• Complete maintenance records accurately and on time.
• Ensure activities comply with health and safety and permit-to-work systems.
• Work with operations/engineering to maximise plant reliability.

Skills

Valves

Pumps

Pipework

Mechanical assemblies

Rotating equipment

Electrical fault-finding (basic)

Education

NVQ Level 3/City & Guilds/Apprenticeship (Mechanical Engineering)

Job description

Are you an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Technician looking for your next contract opportunity?, We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join a busy industrial site in Heanor on an initial 3-month contract. This is an Outside IR35 assignment offering excellent rates and the potential for ongoing work.

The role is heavily mechanically biased, focusing on valves, pumps, pipework, mechanical repairs, and plant maintenance, with occasional basic electrical fault-finding support.

Key Responsibilities - Mechanical Maintenance Technician

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Diagnose faults and complete strip-downs, repairs, overhauls, and rebuilds of valves, pumps, and mechanical assemblies.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on pipework, fittings, and associated mechanical systems.
• Respond effectively to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Assist with basic electrical fault-finding on motors, sensors, and control equipment when required.
• Support installation, commissioning, and modification activities across site.
• Complete maintenance records and documentation accurately.
• Ensure all activities comply with health & safety regulations, permit-to-work systems, and confined space procedures.
• Work closely with operations and engineering teams to maximise plant reliability and performance.

Skills & Experience Required - Mechanical Maintenance Technician

• Proven experience within an industrial, manufacturing, process, utilities, or heavy engineering environment.
• Strong hands-on mechanical maintenance experience.
• Demonstrable experience working on:

• Valves
• Pumps
• Pipework
• Mechanical assemblies
• Rotating equipment

• Experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults.
• Basic electrical fault-finding knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship, or equivalent Mechanical Engineering qualification.

Advantageous Certifications

• IPAF Licence
• Confined Space Certification
• Permit to Work Experience

Desirable Experience

• Process manufacturing environments
• Utilities, water treatment, energy, or heavy industrial sites
• CMMS maintenance systems
• Shutdowns, outages, and project-based maintenance work

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Mechanical Fitter | Maintenance Fitter | Mechanical Engineer | Plant Fitter | Maintenance Engineer | Mechanical Maintenance Engineer | Industrial Mechanical Technician | Reliability Technician | Shutdown Technician | Valve Technician | Service Engineer | Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical Bias) | Mechanical Craftsperson

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