Maintenance Engineer

Probe UK Limited; Danesmoor; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £46,000+ per year

Contributory pension scheme

Annual bonus

24–26 days leave + bank holidays

Healthcare cash plan

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Probe UK Limited is seeking a proactive Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join the established engineering team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role is predominantly mechanical with a strong emphasis on hydraulic systems and maintaining plant equipment.

You will work on a rotating three-shift pattern, carrying out PPM and breakdown repairs, while contributing to continuous improvement to maximise equipment reliability and production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained or qualified in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Good working knowledge of hydraulic systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), inspections and servicing of manufacturing machinery and plant equipment.
• Respond to machinery breakdowns, diagnose faults and undertake repairs to minimise downtime.
• Fault-find, maintain and repair hydraulic systems and associated components.
• Identify recurring mechanical faults and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Fault finding

Hydraulic systems

Problem solving

Preventive maintenance

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Job description

With over 100 years of UK manufacturing heritage, our client is a recognised market leader in the design and manufacture of its products. They are looking to recruit a proactive and hands‑on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their established engineering team within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

This is a predominantly mechanically focused role, with a strong emphasis on hydraulic systems, automated production machinery and maintaining the reliable operation of plant equipment across the site.

Working on a rotating three‑shift pattern of 8‑hour shifts, you will be part of a team of three engineers per shift, playing a key role in maximising equipment reliability, minimising downtime and supporting production efficiency. Package details include:

Package details include:

• Salary of £46,000+
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus
• 24 days' annual leave, increasing to 26 days, plus bank holidays
• Healthcare cash plan
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Free on‑site parking

Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), inspections and servicing of manufacturing machinery and associated plant equipment.
• Respond to machinery breakdowns, diagnose faults and undertake effective repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Fault‑find, maintain and repair hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, power packs, pipework and associated components.
• Identify recurring mechanical faults and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability.

You must be Apprentice‑trained or qualified in a relevant engineering discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent practical experience. Some other experience for the Maintenance Engineer includes:

Some other experience for the Maintenance Engineer includes:

• Previous experience in a mechanical maintenance role within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong mechanical fault‑finding and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good working knowledge of hydraulic systems and associated components.
• Experience maintaining automated production machinery and industrial plant equipment.

This opportunity is commutable from Mansfield, Sheffield, Matlock, Nottingham and Derby.

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.