Maintenance Engineer

Pertemps; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial firm in Birmingham is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to perform hands-on maintenance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate should have a relevant qualification, experience in a medium to heavy industrial setting, and strong technical skills. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for career development within a skilled engineering team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Ongoing training and upskilling

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in a medium to heavy industrial maintenance role.
• Competent in reading and interpreting mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Flexible to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mechanical maintenance across annealing lines and other production equipment.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond quickly to breakdowns.
• Manage and mentor apprentices, supporting their technical development.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

BTEC (HNC)

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Day Shift – with Shift Cover)
Location: Witton, Birmingham
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Exciting opportunity in a leading heavy industrial environment. Are you a hands-on, proactive Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for your next challenge in a dynamic industrial setting? This role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, combining responsibilities typically found in both Mechanical Maintenance Technician and Annealing Engineer positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for annealing operations, TPM activities, and contractor coordination.
• Perform hands-on mechanical maintenance across annealing lines and other production equipment.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM), TPM tasks, and respond quickly to breakdowns.
• Monitor, analyse, and improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimise operational disruption.
• Manage and mentor apprentices, supporting their technical development.
• Ensure spare parts availability and manage external contractors on site.
• Contribute to engineering projects, system upgrades, and new equipment installations.
• Promote and adhere to Health, Safety & Environmental standards, risk assessments, and SOPs.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer – NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC (HNC desirable).
• Experience: At least 3 years in a medium to heavy industrial maintenance role.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, fluid power systems, fabrication, and machine shop operations.
• Drawings: Competent in reading and interpreting mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Desirable: Experience with annealing, induction furnaces, casting, or rolling equipment.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Flexible to work independently and as part of a team, with the ability to provide 4 on / 4 off shift cover for holidays and sickness when needed.

Working Hours

• Primarily Day Shift
• Flexibility required to support the maintenance team with shift cover (4 on / 4 off) during absences

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career development opportunities in a skilled and supportive engineering team
• Exposure to a variety of technical systems and projects
• Ongoing training and upskilling

Apply now. If you're ready to take your mechanical maintenance career to the next level and enjoy working in a challenging, team-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you.