Maintenance Engineer

Ata-Recruitment-Ltd; Cannock; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% pension contribution

Generous holiday allowance

Overtime premium rates up to double

Performance bonus scheme

Siemens PLC training

Robotics training

Level 3 engineering qualifications and

OEM-certified training

Tools and workwear provided

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

A Maintenance Engineer position at Ata-Recruitment-Ltd is based in the Cannock area, offering a £54,100 basic salary with OTE above £60,000. The role focuses on maintaining highly automated manufacturing equipment, with extensive PLC and electrical training on offer.

You'll join a large UK-wide engineering group, benefit from structured training, and have opportunities to progress into senior engineering and leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Experience with manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Attend equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Maintain conveyors, presses, robotics, automated machinery and production equipment.
• Work on three-phase electrical systems and industrial controls.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability projects.
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with a large engineering team to support operational performance.

Education

Level 3 Engineering Qualification

Tools

PLC & Electrical Training

Job description

Maintenance Engineer | £54,100 Basic + £60,000+ OTE | PLC & Elec Training | Birmingham

Salary: £54,100 Basic
OTE: £60,000+
Location: North Birmingham
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Continental Shifts (Days & Nights)
Maintenance Engineer Opportunity

Are you a Maintenance Engineer looking for a long-term career with excellent training, progression, and earning potential?

We are recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a market-leading manufacturing business at its modern, automated production facility in Cannock. With over 80 years of industry success, a strong order book, and significant investment in automation and people development, this is an excellent opportunity for engineers seeking stability and career growth.

What's On Offer?

• £54,100 basic salary
• OTE exceeding £60,000
• 10% pension contribution
• Generous holiday allowance
• Premium overtime rates up to double time
• Performance bonus scheme
• Siemens PLC training
• Robotics training
• Level 3 engineering qualifications and OEM-certified training
• All tools and workwear provided
• Clear progression opportunities into senior engineering and leadership roles
• Opportunities to progress within a large UK-wide engineering group

The Role

As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving highly automated manufacturing equipment to ensure maximum uptime and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults
• Attend equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime
• Maintain conveyors, presses, robotics, automated machinery and production equipment
• Work on three-phase electrical systems and industrial controls
• Support continuous improvement and reliability projects
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and efficiently
• Collaborate with a large engineering team to support operational performance

Candidate Requirements

• Level 3 Engineering Qualification
• Experience working within manufacturing, production, , industrial, or engineering environments
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical fault-finding skills
• Knowledge of PPM and reactive maintenance
• Experience with automated machinery, conveyors, robotics, PLCs, or industrial equipment is advantageous
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively within a team environment