Maintenance Engineer

CV Bay Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established distribution centre near Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Mechanical Bias Maintenance Engineer. This permanent full-time role offers a competitive salary of GBP38,300 with 28 days of holiday and a company pension scheme. You will be responsible for mechanical maintenance of various equipment and general facilities upkeep. Ideal for those looking for a stable, day-based position without weekends or shifts, and with opportunities for ongoing training.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and upskilling

Qualifications

• Must have an NVQ or City & Guilds in Engineering (Mechanical and/or Electrical).
• Previous experience in a factory, warehouse, or distribution setting is essential.
• Confident problem-solver who can work independently.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical maintenance and repair of distribution equipment.
• Carrying out general facilities and building maintenance.
• Occasional forklift operations with provided training.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Forklift operation

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ or City & Guilds in Engineering

Tools

Welding & fabrication

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical Bias)
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Salary: GBP38,300 + 28 Days Holiday + Pension + Training Opportunities
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shifts only no weekends, no nights)

Are you a mechanically biased Maintenance Engineer looking for a secure, day-based role with variety and long-term development opportunities? This is your chance to join a well-established distribution centre near Bury St Edmunds, supporting a wide range of equipment as well as general site facilities.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent, full-time role with a stable Monday Friday schedule
• Competitive salary of GBP38,300
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and upskilling, including refrigeration systems

Your Responsibilities

• Mechanical maintenance and repair of distribution equipment such as conveyors, pallet wrappers, tail lifts, and loading bays
• Carrying out general facilities and building maintenance across the site
• Occasional forklift operation (training can be provided)
• Welding and fabrication tasks (desirable but not essential)
• Training and progression into refrigeration systems and specialist equipment

What We’re Looking For

• Must have an NVQ or City & Guilds in Engineering (Mechanical and/or Electrical)
• Hydraulic systems for loading bays, tail lifts, and lifting equipment
• Pneumatic systems conveyors, pallet wrappers
• Gearboxes & drives keeping conveyor and handling systems running smoothly
• Motors & bearings essential maintenance on components across most equipment
• Chains, belts & rollers common wear parts on conveyors and wrapping machines
• Welding & fabrication onsite repairs and modifications
• General mechanical fitting & fault finding across plant and facilities equipment
• Previous experience in a factory, warehouse, or distribution setting
• Confident problem-solver who can work independently
• Forklift licence/experience (or willingness to train)
• Welding experience (an advantage but not required)

This role is ideal for a mechanically minded engineer who wants to join a supportive team in a busy distribution environment, with no weekend or shift work and plenty of room to develop. Send your CV through the Link