Maintenance Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Molehill Green; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Stansted is seeking a Maintenance Engineer offering a salary of £52,000 to £54,000 plus bonuses. This role involves conducting maintenance on automated systems in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have Level 3 Engineering qualifications and expertise in electrical and mechanical systems, with a strong focus on problem-solving and teamwork.

Benefits

Bonus up to 5% of basic salary

300 hours annual holiday allowance

Time off for excess hours

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance within a fast‑paced or automated setting.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Exposure to automation, conveyors, or control systems (PLC knowledge desirable).

Responsibilities

• Conduct both planned and reactive maintenance on a range of automated and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose faults on electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Ensure equipment reliability through effective maintenance.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Engineering qualification (electrical or mechanical)

Job description

Maintenance Engineer - £52,000 to £54,000 + Bonus | Stansted

Shift Pattern: 2 Days / 2 Nights / 5 Off | 42 Hours per Week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and forward‑thinking engineering team based in Stansted. This role offers the chance to work within a highly automated, fast‑paced environment where reliability, precision, and teamwork are key.

The Role

As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for ensuring all on‑site equipment and systems are maintained to the highest standard. You'll play a vital part in keeping operations running efficiently by carrying out both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on a variety of mechanical and electrical systems.

You’ll work on conveyors, sortation systems, automation, and handling equipment, resolving faults quickly to reduce downtime and maintain productivity. The role requires a proactive engineer who takes pride in problem‑solving and keeping essential systems running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct both planned and reactive maintenance on a range of automated and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose faults on electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Liaise with contractors and coordinate maintenance activities safely and efficiently.
• Ensure equipment reliability through effective maintenance and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate service and maintenance records.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure all work meets health and safety standards.
• Support operational teams to achieve performance targets and minimise downtime.

About You

You’ll be a multi‑skilled Maintenance Engineer with a solid background in mechanical and electrical systems, ideally with experience in automated environments. You should be capable of working both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating a proactive and solutions‑focused mindset.

Requirements

• Level 3 Engineering qualification (electrical or mechanical).
• Experience in maintenance within a fast‑paced or automated setting.
• Confident in electrical and mechanical fault‑finding.
• Exposure to automation, conveyors, or control systems (PLC knowledge desirable).
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Flexible approach to working a rotating shift pattern (days and nights).

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £52,000 - £54,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Bonus: Up to 5% of basic salary
• Hours: 42 per week (2 days, 2 nights, 5 off)
• Holiday: 300 hours annual allowance
• Time in Lieu: Excess hours can be taken as time off
• Additional benefits and excellent career development opportunities