Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Progressive; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A Global Manufacturing Company near Skelmersdale is seeking a Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to manage a team and enhance maintenance strategies. You will ensure safe and efficient operations while mentoring your team. The role offers a salary up to £63k, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continuous training and development in reliability and management.

Benefits

Salary up to £63k

5% employee and 7% Employer pension

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

UK Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Assurance Policy

Ongoing training and development

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical maintenance within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with Reliability-Centred Maintenance.
• A hands-on leadership style with the ability to coach and support others.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers to deliver planned and reactive maintenance.
• Manage mechanical maintenance across two production lines.
• Drive the transition from reactive to proactive maintenance.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive mindset

Mechanical maintenance expertise

Education

NVQ Level 3 or HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Computerised Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Up to £63k - Days-Based - Permanent Role - Skelmersdale.Are you a hands‑on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with a strong background in reliability and a natural flair for leading small teams?We're recruiting for a Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to take charge of a close-knit team on a busy production site for a Global Manufacturing Company near Skelmersdale. This is a days‑based role where you'll manage four direct reports and around ten indirect reports, including a Reliability Engineer, Planner, Electricians, Fitters & Apprentices on a large manufacturing site.As Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for helping drive the shift from reactive to proactive maintenance, embedding Reliability‑Centred Maintenance principles and improving asset performance across two production lines.It's a great opportunity for someone who enjoys mentoring others and shaping the future of the maintenance function. You'll be joining a Gloal Manufacturing Business that invests heavily in staff development and offers training and certification in reliability and professional management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers to deliver planned and reactive maintenance to high standards
• Manage mechanical maintenance across two production lines, ensuring equipment runs safely and efficiently
• Drive the transition from reactive to proactive maintenance using RCM principles
• Use CMMS systems to manage schedules, asset data and performance tracking
• Oversee installation, inspection and servicing of pumps, conveyors, compressors, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Ensure full compliance with LOTO procedures and Safe Systems of Work
• Work closely with internal teams and external contractors to align expectations and outcomes
• Identify and implement improvements in safety, reliability and efficiency
• Support critical maintenance periods and occasional callouts

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong background in mechanical maintenance within a production or manufacturing environment
• Proven experience with Reliability-Centred Maintenance
• Confident using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems
• A hands‑on leadership style with the ability to coach and support others
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Benefits

• Salary up to £63k depending on experience
• 5 % employee and 7 % Employer pension
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
• UK Healthcare Cash Plan (claim back on dental and optical treatments)
• Reward Gateway (discounts and cashback across hundreds of retailers)
• Life Assurance Policy
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• Ongoing training and development, including certification in reliability and professional management