maintenance-engineer

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Daventry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Training & development opportunities

Stable long‑term opportunity

Supportive team environment

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd in Daventry is seeking a permanent, full-time Maintenance Engineer. You will respond to breakdowns, diagnose faults, and perform preventive maintenance to minimise downtime, while driving continuous improvements across site equipment.

The role requires proven maintenance experience in manufacturing with strong fault-finding abilities and a proactive problem-solving mindset. You’ll work with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and mentor colleagues as

Qualifications

• A recognised engineering qualification such as an Apprenticeship, BTEC, City & Guilds, or NVQ Level 3.
• Previous maintenance engineering experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
• A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with crane systems would be advantageous but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to machinery breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs on plant and production equipment.
• Complete planned preventive maintenance (PPM) to agreed schedules.
• Identify root causes of recurring faults and recommend continuous improvement solutions.
• Perform routine inspections and safety checks across site equipment.
• Support the installation and maintenance of manufacturing machinery.
• Supervise contractors and ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure equipment reliability.
• Support and mentor colleagues where required.

Skills

Fault finding

Diagnostics

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Team work

Problem solving

Education

Apprenticeship / BTEC / City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3

Job description

Position: permanent, full‑time Maintenance Engineer

Location: Daventry

Salary: £32,000 – £40,000 per annum depending on experience.

What you'll be doing

• Respond quickly to machinery breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs on plant and production equipment.
• Complete planned preventive maintenance (PPM) to agreed schedules.
• Identify root causes of recurring faults and recommend continuous improvement solutions.
• Perform routine inspections and safety checks across site equipment.
• Support the installation and maintenance of manufacturing machinery.
• Supervise contractors and ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure equipment reliability.
• Support and mentor colleagues where required.

What we're looking for

• A recognised engineering qualification such as an Apprenticeship, BTEC, City & Guilds, or NVQ Level 3.
• Previous maintenance engineering experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
• A proactive approach with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with crane systems would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on offer

• Temporary to permanent opportunity.
• Salary: £32,000 – £40,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday day shifts – enjoy evenings and weekends.
• Overtime available.
• Competitive hourly pay.
• Stable, long‑term opportunity with an established employer.
• Supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.