Maintenance Control Engineer

Acorn by Synergie; Widnes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Widnes is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure efficient production operations. The role involves addressing machinery breakdowns, conducting preventative maintenance, and working with both mechanical and electrical installations. The ideal candidate will have a strong industrial engineering background and relevant qualifications. Competitive salary with shift allowance and bonus opportunities offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Shift allowance

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Experience in fault-finding, repair, and installation of machinery.
• Strong background in industrial engineering.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specs.

Responsibilities

• Attend machinery breakdowns and carry out repairs.
• Deliver planned maintenance across production equipment.
• Liaise with external contractors for support.

Skills

Fault-finding and repair of machinery

Time-served maintenance technician

Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics

Experience with industrial robotics

Education

HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Welding equipment

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Engineer - Global Manufacturer

Widnes, Cheshire | Competitive Salary plus Shift Allowance and Bonus | 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights)

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join our client, a global manufacturing business based in Widnes. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a modern, fast-paced factory environment, supporting the ongoing performance and efficiency of production operations.

Responsibilities

• Attend machinery breakdowns and carry out effective repairs to minimise downtime.
• Deliver planned, preventative, and predictive maintenance across production equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specs, and manufacturer manuals.
• Diagnose faults using test and measurement tools, making precise adjustments to restore function.
• Work on mechanical installations, including levelling, alignment, and sub-assemblies.
• Electrical installations and troubleshooting, particularly with motion control systems.
• Liaise with external contractors for project or specialist support.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Time-served maintenance technician with strong industrial engineering background.
• HNC or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong experience in fault-finding, repair, and installation of machinery.
• Machine shop and fabrication shop skills - including use of lathes, grinders, milling machines, welding, and sheet metalwork.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical control systems.
• Experience with motor drives - Allen Bradley drive systems desirable.
• Experience with industrial robotics - FANUC SCARA and multi-axis palletising robots preferred.

Shift Pattern

• 4 on, 4 off.
• 2 x 12-hour day shifts.
• 2 x 12-hour night shifts.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• Shift allowance and performance-based bonus scheme.
• Excellent career development in a global organisation.
• Comprehensive training and progression opportunities.

Interested?

Apply now or contact the team at Acorn by Synergie for more information and immediate consideration.

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