Maintenance Engineer

T&K Associates; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer for a permanent position in Swadlincote, UK. The successful candidate will manage mechanical maintenance, provide technical support, and lead installations. Previous experience in food manufacturing and a NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Engineering maintenance are essential. The role offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and excellent benefits including health insurance and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Annual bonus - 5% of the base salary

Employer Pension contribution - up to a maximum of 12%

25 days holiday per year + bank holidays

Health insurance

Free on-site parking

Canteen facility on site & free tea / coffee

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food manufacturing is essential.
• Served a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship in mechanical engineering.
• Knowledge of electrical systems including control systems would be beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide a maintenance service covering mechanical disciplines.
• Manage routine, preventative, and planned maintenance of the plant/equipment.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns including finding and fixing faults.

Skills

Mechanical repairs

Fault-finding skills

Welding and fabrication

Use of hand power tools

Health & Safety compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Engineering maintenance or equivalent

Job description

Due to exceptional growth T&K Associates are currently recruiting on behalf of our Client in Swadlincote for a Maintenance Engineer to join their expanding team on a permanent basis. As a Maintenance Engineer you will be working as part of a team reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager. You will perform routine and more complex mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance and installation of equipment promptly to minimise changes to site operations, all within your capabilities following the site training matrix. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Global Company who value each one of their employees and offer some excellent benefits!

Maintenance Engineer Details & Benefits

• £43,153-£45,020 per annum including shift pay
• Annual bonus - 5% of the base salary
• Permanent role
• Monday to Friday covering the hours of 6am to 10pm on a 4 week rotation (6-2, 8-4, 6-2, 2-10 - no nights)
• Voluntary overtime when available
• Discounted shopping
• Product Purchases
• Employer Pension contribution - up to a maximum of 12%
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life assurance x 4 annual earnings
• Income protection
• Health insurance
• Free on-site parking
• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays
• Canteen facility on site & free tea / coffee

Maintenance Engineer Job Details

• Provide a maintenance service which covers mechanical disciplines, maybe electrical depending on experience
• Manage routine, preventative, and planned maintenance of the plant/equipment
• Provide technical support/input to projects
• Perform modifications and installations
• Maintain a CMMS Planned Preventative Maintenance system using SAP
• Work with or alongside contractors whilst installing/maintaining equipment
• Respond to emergency breakdowns including finding and fixing faults
• Follow all Company procedures

Maintenance Engineer Person Specification

• Previous experience in food manufacturing is essential
• Served a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship in mechanical engineering
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Engineering maintenance or equivalent
• Some knowledge of electrical systems including control systems would be beneficial but not essential
• Mechanical repairs and fault-finding skills
• Experience of welding and fabrication is essential
• Be conversant with Health & Safety requirements and to perform tasks under current legislation
• Use of hand power tools

This is an excellent opportunity to join a great Company. If you are interested in the above role and would like to join a friendly team, then please give us a call at T&K Associates to hear more.