Maintenance Engineer

NP Aerospace; Coventry; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in armour technology is seeking a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mech Bias) to join their team in Coventry. This permanent, full-time role involves maintaining plant and equipment and supporting compliance obligations. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience, electrical understanding, and fault-finding skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of £37,500 - £42,500 per annum, shift premiums, and various benefits including holiday schemes and bonuses. This is a chance to work in a dynamic environment that values innovation and diversity.

Benefits

Discretionary half-year bonuses

25 days holidays plus 8 Bank Holidays

Pension plan

Life cover – 3 x base salary

BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a fast-paced preventative maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of steam systems is advantageous.
• Experience in electrical and mechanical system fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain all plant and building services.
• Support the site's EHS compliance obligations.
• Assist with implementation of changes to manufacturing processes.

Skills

Time served multi-skilled maintenance engineer

Electrical understanding (BS 7671)

Knowledge of waterjet cutting systems

Understanding of hydraulic systems

Ability to fault find on electrical systems

Good IT experience with Microsoft Packages

Education

City & Guilds / HNC / ONC

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Forklift truck licence

MEWP licence

Job description

Job Title : Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mech Bias)

Job Reports To : Maintenance Manager

Department : Maintenance

Location : Coventry, UK

Hours : Shift Working

VACANCY TYPE : Permanent, full time and based on-site.

Salary : £37,500 - £42,500 per annum (subject to experience) + Shift Premium (£4,000) + Discretionary Bonus

JOB SUMMARY

This is a great opportunity for a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (mechanically Bias) to broaden their skills and effectively manage a variety of maintenance responsibilities for a global armour technology manufacturer. You will be a valued member of the maintenance team responsible for the upkeep of the sites plant, equipment and buildings.

This role is based on-site at our Coventry Site 1 facility, CV6 5AQ.

If you are up for a challenge and want to work for a fast paced and unique business that designs, manufactures, and integrates advanced protective products, then this is may the role for you!

Do you want to know more? Visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us!

SHIFT WORKING REQUIREMENTS

The role requires working three different shifts (Monday to Friday) that will rotate every week to cover the three timeframes below :

Mornings 0600-1400 and unpaid break 0930-1000

Afternoons 1400-2200 and unpaid break 1730-1800

Nights 2200-0600 and unpaid break 0130-0200

Please Note : This role will require occasional weekend work to meet production deadlines and business needs. We are looking for candidates who are flexible and able to adapt to these demands when necessary.

BENEFITS

• Discretionary Half Year Bonuses
• Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Two weeks paid leave for Reservists and Cadets to attend yearly training / camp
• Paid leave for employees who are Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Pension – ER / EE – 4% / 5% = 9% combined
• Life Cover – 3 x base salary
• BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

MAIN DUTIES

• Service and maintain all plant, equipment and building services in line with the company’s preventative maintenance standards and procedures.
• Support the sites EHS compliance obligations
• Machine tool changes and modifications
• New equipment installation and modification
• Safety system installations and improvements
• Movement or re-organisation of production lines
• Installation of services to support the sites development.
• Assist with implementation of changes to manufacturing processes.
• Any other activities requiring practical engineering support in their implementation.
• Produce work instructions for specific job tasks.
• Reactive maintenance and breakdown response
• Contractor support

EXPERIENCE

• Time served multi skilled maintenance engineer (mechanically bias)
• Relevant experience in a fast-paced preventative maintenance environment
• Electrical understanding (BS 7671)
• Knowledge of waterjet cutting systems (advantage)
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic systems and compression moulding
• Knowledge of steam sytems (advantage)
• Ability to fault find on electrical and mechanical systems.
• City & guilds / HNC / ONC (advantage)
• Forklift truck licence (advantage)
• Good IT experience with Microsoft Packages such as Word and Excel
• MEWP licence (advantage)

WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives , and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement : NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.