Maintenance Engineer

Pure Staff Ltd; Cradley Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer in Cradley Heath to maintain production equipment. The role involves emergency maintenance, hydraulic and pneumatic repairs, and improving maintenance schedules. Candidates should be qualified in engineering, organized, and safety-conscious with practical experience. This position offers competitive pay and potential overtime.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts on electronics and travel

Access to a leading perks scheme

Discounts on home and entertainment

Qualifications

• Well-organised and capable of managing production-related pressures.
• Flexible regarding working hours and available for overtime at short notice.
• Practical experience with flame cutting and welding.

Responsibilities

• Carry out emergency and preventative maintenance on production machinery.
• Maintain and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance schedules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem diagnosis and resolution

Safety consciousness

Practical experience with hand tools

Education

Qualified in appropriate engineering discipline

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Cradley Heath, Birmingham

Pay: £20.52 per hour

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

Easy to apply! Quick & easy online registration with the Pure Staff app, including a digital Right to Work check & digital interview process.

Pure Staff has partnered with a leading perks scheme to offer temporary workers exclusive discounts and savings on big and small purchases. Offers are subject to change but generally include; electronics, travel, clothing, home & entertainment, and fitness & wellbeing. You’ll receive an invitation for free access once you’ve received your first payment so you can start enjoying your perks right away!