Maintenance Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Dorking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company located in Dorking is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will be the first responder to breakdowns across various equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £45,000 per annum, along with a profit-related bonus, generous holidays, and a pension scheme. Ideal candidates will have strong practical skills and a City & Guilds maintenance qualification.

Benefits

Profit-related bonus

25 days + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme: Up to 7.5% employer contribution

Life assurance: 5× basic salary from day one

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong practical maintenance skills with a safety-first mindset.
• Knowledge and experience working in a busy manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Be the first responder to breakdowns across a wide range of equipment.
• Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and minimise downtime.
• Drive preventative maintenance projects.

Skills

Strong practical maintenance skills

Ability to prioritise

Driving Licence

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent maintenance qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Details

Maintenance Engineer - Dorking

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week

Overview

Ready to keep the wheels turning?

We're looking for a hands‑on Maintenance Engineer who thrives on solving problems and keeping operations running smoothly. If you love variety, take pride in precision, and want to join a team that values your expertise, this is the role for you.

Responsibilities

• Be the first responder to breakdowns across a wide range of equipment - from hand tools and compressors to heating systems and robotic welding cells.
• Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and minimise downtime.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
• Drive preventative maintenance projects and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to keep everything performing at its best.

What You'll Bring

Essential

• City & Guilds or equivalent maintenance qualification.
• Strong practical maintenance skills with a safety‑first mindset.
• Ability to prioritise and work independently or as part of a team.
• Driving Licence.
• Knowledge and experience working in a busy manufacturing environment.

Desirable

• Experience with TPM and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of PUWER, LOLER, and H&S standards (IOSH).
• Familiarity with MS Office and record‑keeping systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £40,000 - £45,000 p.a.
• Profit‑related bonus: Approx. 5% of basic salary.
• Generous holiday: 25 days + Bank Holidays.
• Pension scheme: Up to 7.5% employer contribution.
• Life assurance: 5× basic salary from day one.
• Discount shopping portal.
• Free on‑site parking.