Maintenance Engineer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Launceston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established production site near Launceston is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to enhance plant performance and reduce downtime. This role involves hands-on maintenance tasks with emphasis on both electrical and mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering qualification and experience in a manufacturing environment, ready to contribute to a supportive team culture with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Training and development investment

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance role within a production or manufacturing setting.
• Comfortable with both reactive and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Team player with a proactive and hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Support reactive and planned maintenance across a range of production machinery.
• Carry out fault-finding, repairs, and component replacement.
• Work within electrical panels and support preventative maintenance schedules.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Recognised qualification or apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Days (Monday to Friday)

Up to £42,000

Launceston, Devon

Hands-on engineering role with real impact….

We're working with a long-established, well-invested production site based near Launceston who are looking to expand their maintenance team and add a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to help deliver reliable plant performance and reduce downtime.

This is a days-based role in a fast-paced production environment, ideally suited to someone with an electrical bias - though mechanical engineers are also encouraged to apply.

What you'll be doing:

As part of the core engineering team, you'll support both reactive and planned maintenance across a range of production machinery and utilities.

Key duties will include:

Carrying out fault-finding, repairs, and component replacement on a wide range of electrical and mechanical systems.

Supporting the site's preventative maintenance schedule to minimise unplanned breakdowns.

Working safely and efficiently within electrical panels, including isolations, motor controls, sensors, relays, and PLCs.

Supporting continuous improvement activities and looking for ways to reduce downtime.

Working closely with the Supervisor and Engineering Manager to prioritise work and keep production running smoothly.

What you'll need to succeed:

A recognised qualification or apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering.

Solid experience in a maintenance role within a production or manufacturing setting.

Comfortable with both reactive and preventative maintenance tasks.

Electrical bias preferred but not essential

Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance reporting.

A team player with a proactive and hands-on approach to engineering challenges.

What's in it for you?

Salary up to £42,000 based on a 40-hour week.

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Days-based shift pattern (no nights).

Great team culture with ongoing investment in training, tools, and equipment.

Stable and well-established employer with clear progression routes.

Ready to find out more?

If you're a skilled maintenance engineer looking for a fresh challenge in a supportive team, apply now.

For a confidential chat, contact Maintenance Engineering Recruiter Liam Reid today.

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