Maintenance Engineer

Nicholas Associates; Barthomley; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A large scale manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Maintenance Engineer for a permanent position. The ideal candidate should have experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment, with mechanical and electrical skills preferred. Responsibilities include maintaining automated machinery, providing technical support, and performing planned maintenance. Competitive pay between £49,000 - £56,000 DOE, with additional overtime opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance-focused role in manufacturing or production.
• Capability to change like-for-like parts and perform basic fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair automated plant machinery.
• Provide technical support during projects and breakdowns.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPMs).

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical understanding

Problem-solving

Education

Time served apprenticeship or above

Job description

The basics

• Job Title: Maintenance Engineer
• Position: Permanent
• Industry: Manufacturing
• Location: Alsager
• Pay: £49,000 - £56,000 DOE
• Hours: Panama Shift (Days Only – 12 hrs): 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off
• Overtime: x1.5 Mon‑Sat and x2 on Sundays
• Holidays: 22 shifts

Overview

Working for a large scale manufacturer, we now require a site‑based Maintenance Engineer to join the team. Both mechanical and electrical engineers considered.

Key responsibilities of the Maintenance Engineer role

• Maintain service and repair all automated plant machinery to minimise production down time.
• Provide technical support on all projects, installations and breakdowns.
• Perform PPMs.

Ideal candidate / Maintenance Engineer

• Time served apprentice trained or above.
• Previous experience working in a maintenance focused role within a manufacturing/production environment or similar.
• Electrical understanding of changing like‑for‑like parts and basic fault finding would be beneficial if you do not have electrical certifications (Electrical training can be given – the company provides electrical courses offsite).
• Commutable from Alsager, Sandbach, Crewe, Nantwich, Congleton, Stoke‑on‑Trent and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in the Maintenance Engineer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we’re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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