Maintenance Engineer

Cala Consulting; Magherafelt; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company close to Magherafelt is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer. This role involves conducting routine and unplanned maintenance, troubleshooting equipment faults, and ensuring efficient operations. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience. The company offers a supportive environment valuing employee contributions and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience as a Maintenance Engineer.
• Experience with Electrical, Mechanical, and Pneumatics machinery.
• Ability to read electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and unplanned maintenance work.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and machinery.
• Monitor and control maintenance costs.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Time management skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CNC systems

PLC systems

Job description

Overview

My client, a successful manufacturing business based close to Magherafelt, is recruiting an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for the opportunity to join a growing Company who values and rewards employee contribution. With a strong Mechanical background you will be capable of resolving planned and unplanned maintenance tasks to drive efficiency and minimise downtime. This role has no shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and unplanned maintenance work and respond to equipment faults;
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and machinery and arrange procurement of fixtures, fittings and components as required;
• Conduct quality inspections on jobs;
• Control maintenance tools, stores and equipment;
• Monitor and control maintenance costs;
• Deal with emergencies, unplanned problems and repairs;
• Work closely with Senior Management to improve health and safety policies and procedures;
• Work as part of a team to ensure the continuous flow of production and operations;

Requirements

• A Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Time served in either discipline;
• A minimum of 3 years hands-on experience as a Maintenance Engineer working with either Electrical, Mechanical and Pneumatics machinery;
• Able to read electrical drawings;
• Knowledge of CNC, PC and PLC controlled systems;
• Capable of working on own initiative and unsupervised with excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks;
• Excellent team player who is flexible to work additional hours to meet the needs of the business