Maintenance Engineer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Mid Sussex; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their high-performing team at a leading manufacturing site. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and career growth. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing manufacturing machinery, ensuring minimal downtime, and contributing to process improvements. With a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers while making a significant impact in a dynamic setting. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Competitive annual leave allowance

Life assurance

Company pension

Employee assistance program

Bonus scheme

Enhanced overtime opportunities

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Ideally multiskilled with both mechanical and electrical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on manufacturing machinery.
• Identify and resolve mechanical and electrical issues promptly.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Troubleshooting

Continuous Improvement

PLC Systems

Education

Level 3 related qualification

18th Edition qualification

Tools

Automated Machinery

Job description

Maintenance Engineer (BBBH36975) Tiverton, England

Salary: GBP0 - GBP51000 per annum

Maintenance Engineer

Starting salary: up to £51,000

Location: Tiverton

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking to join a high-performing team at a leading manufacturing site? Whether you’re multiskilled in both mechanical and electrical disciplines, or have a single bias with a keen interest in developing further, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:

Yolk Recruitment is partnering with a prominent manufacturer known for their iconic brands. The Tiverton based site, which boasts top ratings for its high-quality standards, is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Engineer to support their operations. The company values continuous learning and development and providing an excellent environment for career growth.

Responsibilities:

1. Maintenance & Repair: Carry out both planned and unplanned maintenance on all manufacturing machinery and equipment to ensure minimal downtime and maximum productivity.
2. Team Collaboration: Work closely with an experienced team leader, contributing to the smooth operation of the site.
3. Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in initiatives to improve processes and enhance health and safety standards.
4. Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve mechanical and electrical issues promptly, working independently or as part of a team.
5. Documentation: Ensure all maintenance activities are accurately documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications:

1. Experience: Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment is essential.
2. Skills: Ideally multiskilled with both mechanical and electrical expertise; however, we are also keen to speak to candidates with a single bias.
3. Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with PLC systems and automated machinery is highly desirable.
4. Qualifications: Level 3 related qualification and 18th Edition are preferred.
5. Flexibility: Ability to work 12-hour continental shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.

What’s in it for You:

1. Competitive Salary: Starting salary of up to £51,500, depending on your skills and qualifications.
2. Employee benefits: Excellent package that includes competitive annual leave allowance, life assurance, company pension, Employee assistance program, bonus scheme, and enhanced overtime opportunities.
3. Progression Opportunities: The company supports further qualifications to help engineers progress into senior roles.

Apply Now: Are you ready to take on this challenge? Please apply with your CV. We also offer a referral scheme, so if you know someone who would be ideal, please let us know.