Facilities and CNC Maintenance Engineer

STR Group Limited; Havant; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to oversee facilities and machinery. The candidate should have extensive experience in maintenance management, particularly with CNC machinery, and a strong grasp of HSE regulations. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment focused on innovation and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance or facilities management.
• Strong experience in preventative and reactive maintenance of CNC and manual machining centres.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrics, and mechanical systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the availability of CNC and manual machinery.
• Implement current HSE legislation and ensure compliance.
• Assist with the maintenance of building security across all facilities.
• Deliver facilities-related projects on schedule and within budget.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Reactive maintenance

Project management

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

SAP

Job description

Maintenance Engineer (Machines and Facilities)

Location: Havant, Hampshire | Permanent Role

What you will be doing

We are seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Engineer (Machines and Facilities) to manage the facilities, infrastructure, and assets of our client's business. You will leverage your skills and coordinate a network of suppliers and subcontractors to ensure high availability, safety, and cost-effectiveness across all operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain and improve the availability of CNC and manual machinery, plant, and infrastructure through a preventative maintenance programme.
• Implement current HSE legislation, including certification, monitoring, and inspection within your areas of responsibility.
• Assist with the maintenance of building security across all facilities.
• Ensure facilities, equipment, and machinery are available to maximise productivity.
• Deliver facilities‑related projects on schedule, within budget, and to agreed requirements.
• Proactively support day‑to‑day maintenance activities across multiple sites.
• Maintain, improve, and report on industrially recognised Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

What we are looking for

• Proven experience in maintenance or facilities management.
• Strong experience in preventative and reactive maintenance of CNC and manual machining centres.
• Hands‑on experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrics, and mechanical systems is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in managing large, complex projects.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with complex maintenance programmes and SAP is desirable.

Why this role?

Our client values empowerment, ownership, and personal responsibility. They foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and learning from experience. You will be encouraged to contribute ideas freely, take initiative, and grow professionally in a supportive environment.

If you are passionate about technology, sustainability, and making a tangible impact, this is an opportunity to join a team that shares your commitment to operational excellence and innovation.