Maintenance Engineer

E3 Recruitment; Cheslyn Hay; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Cheslyn Hay. This role involves maintaining and improving production machinery while ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Ideal candidates will have a strong mechanical maintenance background and relevant qualifications. Offering competitive pay at £35 per hour with flexible shift patterns and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong focus on health & safety.
• Proactive and skilled in mechanical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and improve production machinery.
• Ensure minimum downtime and maximum reliability.
• Support site projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulics

Pumps

Gearboxes

Shafts

Bearings

Basic electrical fault finding

Education

NVQ Level 3, HNC, HND or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We're looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join a leading UK manufacturer on a 12-month fixed-term contract at their Cannock site. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer to work with modern production machinery in a fast-paced environment, carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance.

What’s in it for you

• £35 per hour + premium overtime rates
• 12-month fixed-term contract
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern - days and nights (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am)
• Long-term contract stability with overtime opportunities
• Work with a respected manufacturer investing in their site and equipment

The Role

You'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving production machinery, ensuring downtime is kept to a minimum and reliability is maximised. This includes working with hydraulics, pumps, shafts, bearings, gearboxes, and other mechanical components, as well as supporting site projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience

• Time-served Maintenance Engineer (NVQ Level 3, HNC, HND or equivalent)
• Strong background in mechanical maintenance - hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes, shafts, bearings etc.
• Multi-skilled knowledge (basic electrical fault finding) would be advantageous
• Previous experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or similar environments
• Proactive approach with a strong focus on health & safety

If you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for a high-paying contract role with excellent shift-based earnings, apply now to find out more.