Maintenance Engineer

MDE Consultants Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A global market leading manufacturer in Greater London is seeking a Maintenance Engineer for a permanent role. You will perform both reactive and preventative maintenance on various equipment, ensure minimal downtime, and adhere to safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and mechanical experience, along with a time-served apprenticeship. This position offers a stable career opportunity with a strong team culture and hands-on work with modern automation systems.

Benefits

Stable long-term career opportunity

Ongoing development

Hands-on varied work with modern systems

Qualifications

• 4 years electrical apprenticeship or equivalent engineering qualification required.
• Strong experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance within manufacturing.
• Desirable experience with moulding or assembly equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and preventative maintenance on various equipment.
• Diagnose faults, read engineering drawings, and minimize downtime.
• Support planned maintenance schedules and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance experience

Mechanical maintenance experience

Ability to work independently

Understanding of HSE processes

PLC understanding

Pneumatics knowledge

Education

Time served electrical apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Engineer
Salary: Up to £48,000 including shift allowance
Shift: 7am to 7pm, rotating 24/7 day pattern (Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun. Week 2: Wed, Thu)
Type: Permanent

What you will do

• Carry out both reactive and preventative maintenance on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and moulding equipment
• Work on automation systems including PLCs and camera based inspection systems
• Diagnose faults, read engineering drawings and ensure minimal downtime across the 24/7 operation (automation is the main area of downtime)
• Support planned maintenance schedules and maintain accurate records
• Work independently on weekend shifts and as part of a wider team on weekdays
• Ensure safe working practices, compliance with HSE procedures and full adherence to site safety standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement activity within the engineering function

What you need

• Time served electrical apprenticeship (four years) or equivalent engineering qualification
• Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment
• PLC understanding or exposure to automation systems
• Experience with moulding or assembly equipment is desirable
• Pneumatics knowledge is helpful
• Ability to work confidently both alone and within a team
• Understanding of HSE processes and safe systems of work
• 17th or 18th Edition is preferred but not essential

Why apply

• Global market leading manufacturer
• Stable long term career opportunity
• Hands on, varied work with modern automation and inspection systems
• Strong team culture with ongoing development

Apply now to be considered. Candidates must already be in the UK if sponsorship is required