Maintenance Engineer

Pure Staff Ltd; Cradley Heath; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cradley Heath is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure efficient operation of production equipment. Responsibilities include emergency maintenance, equipment inspections, and liaising with subcontractors. The ideal candidate is qualified in engineering, has strong mechanical skills, and is flexible with working hours.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts and savings on purchases

Qualifications

• Well-organised and capable of managing production-related pressures.
• Safety-conscious with a tidy approach to work.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve problems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out emergency and preventative maintenance on production machinery.
• Maintain and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems.
• Inspect equipment to meet safety, environmental, and legal standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Practical experience with hand tools

Flexible working hours

Education

Qualified in engineering discipline

Tools

Power tools

Flame cutting

Welding

Job description

Position: Job Type: Location: Posted: Salary:

Maintenance Engineer Temporary Cradley Heath, West Midlands Posted 2 weeks ago Up to £20.52 per hour

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Job Title: Maintenance Engineer
Location: Cradley Heath, Birmingham
Pay: £20.52 per hour
Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 7:45 AM – 4:45 PM
• Friday: 7:45 AM – 3:45 PM
  Lunch: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM (Flexibility required based on workload)

Role Overview
We are currently seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to join our maintenance team. This is a key role focused on maintaining production equipment and plant infrastructure to ensure consistent and efficient operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out emergency and preventative maintenance on production machinery, plant, and equipment
• Maintain and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems
• General building and infrastructure maintenance and repairs
• Keep maintenance records and documentation up to date
• Inspect equipment and systems to meet internal safety, environmental, and legal standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance schedules and equipment modifications
• Adhere to all company work instructions including Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies
• Liaise with and supervise sub-contractors as required
• Respond to and manage environmental spillages or incidents
• Conduct Health & Safety and Environmental inventories
• Assist in maintaining stock levels of spare parts

Secondary/Backup Responsibilities

• Overhead crane licence preferred
• Assist with fabrication, welding, and development of machine guards when needed

Objectives of the Role

• Act as first point of contact for machinery breakdowns
• Help plan and prioritise maintenance workloads
• Support development of a preventative maintenance programme
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organised maintenance department

Candidate Profile

• Well-organised and capable of managing production-related pressures
• Qualified in an appropriate engineering discipline
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve problems
• Practical experience with hand tools, power tools, flame cutting, and welding
• Safety-conscious with a tidy, systematic approach to work
• Flexible regarding working hours and available for overtime at short notice

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