Maintenance Engineer

K H R Recruitment Specialists; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to ensure efficient operations of manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include performing mechanical and electrical maintenance, daily preventative checks, and collaborating with production teams. Required qualifications include an HND/HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and strong experience in heavy industry. Offers include a competitive salary, company bonus, and access to onsite facilities such as a gym and canteen.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with company bonus and overtime

Enhanced company pension

Holiday allowance including 3 x 18 consecutive days off

Full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen)

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical experience in heavy industry.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques.
• Ability to self-organise and prioritise work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance checks.
• Work with production teams and report findings.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Problem Analysis

Effective Communication

Self-organisation

Education

HND/HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Birmingham | Permanent | Shift Work (rota provided 1 year in advance)

Our client, a leading international manufacturer, is currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their site in Birmingham at a time of huge growth for the business.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of manufacturing processes. This includes carrying out routine inspections, liaising closely with production teams, maintaining equipment to the highest standards, and performing both mechanical and electrical maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out both mechanical and electrical maintenance activities.
• Carry out routine daily preventative maintenance checks.
• Work alongside the Production Team Leaders, Shift Technicians and Operators, reporting findings to your Departmental Team Leader.
• Take responsibility for any specific area as required to understand its operation and fully understand the maintenance requirements and safe systems of work for that area.
• Ensure that all tasks are accompanied by the relevant supporting documentation (work orders, risk assessments, etc).
• Carry out all non‑planned and planned maintenance tasks promptly.
• Be a front‑line point of communication for Production Team Leaders, Shift Technicians and Operators during maintenance activities.
• Be actively involved in projects of improvement, extension or modification of equipment to optimise efficiency, reliability and safety.

Candidate Profile

• HND/HNC Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Essential)
• Strong Mechanical and Electrical experience
• Previous experience in heavy industry and manufacturing
• Knowledge of Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Mechanical systems
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques.
• Attention to detail with the ability to analyse problems and take action on solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to self‑organise, prioritise work and adhere to deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with company bonus and overtime
• Enhanced company pension
• Holiday allowance including 3 x 18 consecutive days off
• Full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen)

Closes: Jan 15th 2026