Maintenance Engineer

Pennine Healthcare; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device manufacturer in the East Midlands is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of machinery and facilities. This role is essential in supporting the manufacture of life-saving medical devices, requiring a Level 3 qualification in Maintenance Engineering and experience in electrical maintenance. Join a team that values innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Employee Ownership

Pension scheme with up to 4% employer contribution

Ad-hoc rewards for contributions

25 Holiday Days + bank holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Maintenance Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Experience in electrical maintenance with some mechanical knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve machinery and facilities issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of plant machinery and facilities to ensure efficiency.
• Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements.

Skills

Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer

Electrical Fault Finding

Process Improvement

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Maintenance Engineering or Equivalent

BS7671 / 18th Edition Wiring Qualification

Job description

Our Perks

• We’re Employee‑Owned – You read that right! Every employee owns a stake in our business!!
• We’re all about our Values – We’re proud of our culture.
• Surprise and delight – We give ad‑hoc rewards for extra‑special efforts.
• Pension – We offer a range of pensions with a maximum employer contribution of 4%.
• Bonus – Up to £3600 tax‑free bonus annually as an Employee Owner.
• Salary Sacrifice – Cycle to Work scheme and Octopus EV Ownership scheme.
• Our tagline is “The Heart of Life is Health” – Free on‑site yoga sessions every month, access to Menopause champions, Mental Health Champions and a 24/7 Counselling/Employee Assistance Program.
• Supporting your wellbeing
• We’re committed to development – Regular best practice training and focus sessions.
• Agile Working Friendly – Our customers are the kings and queens, providing it doesn’t compromise on their needs, you have the choice to work when you want which suits both the early birds and the night owls.
• 25 Holiday Days + bank holidays – We want you to get proper Rest & Relaxation.
• 24/7 Support – We provide an Employee Assistance Service and remote whistleblowing service to all employees.
• Paid Sick Leave – 20 days of sick pay per rolling year.

Who we are.

Our purpose is to ‘Save Lives’, ‘Empower our Colleagues’ and ‘Enrich Our Communities’. It’s a really powerful message, and it’s not often you get to work in an industry that improves and protects life! We are a global supplier of medical devices, and we are proud to be a UK Manufacturer, in the heart of the County, here in Derby.

Did you know that we are also an EOT – Employee‑Owned Trust? That means we boast a proud team of 177 employees, each one of whom is an owner of our business. This gives us an edge, as it means we all get a say in how our business is run, and because we’re employee‑owners, we’re a special bunch who like to go that extra mile for our company. Our customers love us for it, as demonstrated by the quality of our products and the service we offer.

If you want to work and feel that special feeling, of being in a team where everyone wants to do their best and go that extra mile, then you will find it here!

Simply put, we don’t just want to be a great place to work, we want to be a great place to be. The best bit? You’re invited to the party to make us even better…

The Role

This role plays a vital part in protecting lives by supporting the manufacture and supply of life‑saving medical devices. It ensures the efficient operation and maintenance of plant machinery and facilities to meet daily production and business needs.

Key responsibilities include responding to machine breakdowns, performing changeovers and setups, and addressing facilities‑related issues.

The role also drives productivity and reliability through continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and innovation, contributing directly to the company’s operational excellence, revenue goals, and the company’s overarching purpose of “Improving Lives Through Healthcare Innovation.”

This role will operate on two shifts – 06:00 – 14:06 and 14:00 – 22:06 Monday to Friday.

• Machinery and Tool Maintenance: Oversee the care, maintenance, and optimal functioning of machinery and associated tooling.
• Facilities Maintenance: Ensure facilities are well‑maintained.
• Electrical Fault Finding: Diagnose and resolve machinery issues efficiently.
• Process Improvement: Work closely with the production team to identify and implement process enhancements that boost efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for cost‑effective and efficient use of resources.

The Vital Requirements

• Level 3 Qualification in Maintenance Engineering or Equivalent.
• BS7671 / 18th Edition Wiring Qualification.
• Multi‑skilled Maintenance Engineer – Electrical (bias) & some Mechanical experience.
• Something that is super‑important to us.

We know that true innovation happens when diverse perspectives come together. That’s why we actively encourage applications from all walks of life because our differences are what drive us forward and fuel the meaningful work we do. Regardless of race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, or background, we want people on board who want to be part of our journey.