Maintenance Engineer

2K Polymer Systems Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

2K Polymer Systems (UK) is seeking a Site Maintenance Engineer to maintain site equipment and infrastructure, carry out planned maintenance, diagnose faults, and implement improvements to maximise uptime.

The role involves testing new equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting contractors. A background in mechanical/electrical maintenance with PM systems experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance engineering role within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with preventative maintenance systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance in accordance with maintenance schedules.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and diagnose faults.
• Maintain production machinery, mechanical/electrical systems, utilities and site infrastructure.
• Install, commission and test new equipment and machinery.
• Ensure maintenance work complies with health and safety legislation and procedures.
• Complete maintenance records, job sheets.
• Liaise with production teams to minimise disruption during maintenance.
• Support contractors on site and ensure work is safe and up to standard.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to improve reliability and reduce costs.
• Assist with root cause analysis of recurring equipment failures.
• Maintain stock levels of spare parts and report shortages.
• Ensure housekeeping standards in workshops and plant areas.
• Participate in risk assessments, method statements, and permit-to-work systems.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Fault finding

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Welding & fabrication

Workshop operation

Preventive maintenance

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

PLC fault finding

CMMS

Forklift/PASMA/IPAF

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds/BTEC in Mechanical, Electrical, or Maintenance Engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

IOSH Working Safely (desirable)

Tools

CMMS

PLC fault finding

Forklift/MEWP/IPAF/PASMA

Job description

2K Polymer Systems (UK)

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

2K is a leading manufacturer of high performance, two component polymer products for anchoring, bonding, and repair applications. We have been manufacturing anchoring products for safety critical applications for more than 56 years and they are now used in more than 82 countries around the world for over 100 million fixing and anchoring applications each year.

The Site Maintenance Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all site equipment, machinery, building services, and infrastructure are maintained to a high standard, supporting safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The role involves carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), responding to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing faults, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to maximise equipment availability and minimise downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance in accordance with maintenance schedules.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and carry out effective fault diagnosis and repairs.
• Maintain production machinery, mechanical systems, electrical systems, utilities, and site infrastructure.
• Install, commission, and test new equipment and machinery.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with health and safety legislation and company procedures.
• Complete maintenance records, job sheets.
• Liaise with production teams to minimise operational disruption during maintenance activities.
• Support contractors working on site and ensure work is completed safely and to the required standard.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to improve equipment reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
• Assist with root cause analysis of recurring equipment failures.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels of spare parts and report shortages.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained within workshops and plant areas.
• Participate in risk assessments, method statements, and permit-to-work systems.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

• Work safely and promote a positive safety culture.
• Follow all company health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report hazards, near misses, and incidents promptly.
• Ensure equipment is isolated and locked off before maintenance activities.
• Comply with relevant legislation and site standards.

Essential

Skills and Experience

• Experience in a maintenance engineering role within manufacturing, industrial, facilities, or commercial environments.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Ability to operate workshop equipment.
• Experience working with preventative maintenance systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Multi-skilled engineer (mechanical and electrical).
• Experience with PLC fault finding.
• Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• IPAF, PASMA, forklift, or MEWP certification.
• Knowledge of compressed air, pumps, and building services.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Maintenance Engineering.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (for electrical engineers).
• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent (desirable).

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.