Maintenance Engineer

ATA Recruitment; Newstead CP; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace supply chain company in Newstead CP is seeking a Maintenance Engineer. The role involves ensuring efficient operation of PLC-controlled machinery, performing maintenance tasks, and supporting engineering projects. A recognised Level 3 engineering qualification and experience in a manufacturing environment are required. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including private healthcare, and opportunities for personal growth within a supportive team.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus your birthday off

Standard pension contributions

Private healthcare plan

Mental health and wellbeing support

Dental plan with annual reimbursement

Cycle-to-work scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement based on length of service

Free annual eye tests

Qualifications

• Strong technical foundation required.
• Commitment to high-quality maintenance standards.
• Experience with PLC-controlled machinery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive maintenance tasks.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns effectively.
• Support engineering projects, including machine installations.
• Identify root causes of failures for improvements.
• Collaborate with OEMs on various projects.

Skills

Multiskilled engineering

Proactive approach

Experience in manufacturing

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Recognised Level 3 engineering qualification

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Engineer, Hucknall, £53000, 1.5x overtime pay, Annual performance bonus scheme, 25 days holiday plus your birthday off, Standard pension contributions and life assurance

Your Role

As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of a wide range of PLC-controlled production machinery used across the site. You'll take ownership of both proactive and reactive maintenance activities to support operational efficiency and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventive maintenance tasks using the Idhammar CMMS system
• Responding quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns
• Supporting engineering projects, including machine installations and upgrades
• Identifying and addressing root causes of failures to drive continuous improvement
• Collaborating with OEMs on project-based work

About You

We\'re looking for a multiskilled engineer with a strong technical foundation and a proactive approach. Whether your background leans more mechanical or electrical, training will be provided to help you excel in this role.

• A recognised Level 3 engineering qualification
• Experience working in a manufacturing or process-driven environment
• A commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality maintenance standards
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure and as part of a close-knit team

Why Join

You\'ll be joining a forward-thinking business that is expanding, not downsizing — with a supportive maintenance manager who values growth and development within the team. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a company that invests heavily in both its people and its facilities.

Additional Benefits Include

• Private healthcare plan
• Access to mental health and wellbeing support, including free counselling sessions
• Dental plan with annual reimbursement and upgrade options
• Free annual eye tests with an allowance for glasses
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement based on length of service
• An extra day off to celebrate your birthday

If you think you are the right maintenance engineer for this role, please press apply or call AJ on (phone number removed), alternatively drop me an email on (url removed)

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

About the Company

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join a rapidly expanding leader in the aerospace supply chain. Following a 23% growth in 2023 and a major investment into a second UK site, this company continues to strengthen its position within the industry. With an annual turnover of £78 million and a fully booked order schedule, the outlook for 2025 is exceptionally strong.

The company prides itself on its positive culture and state-of-the-art facilities — over 90% of employees report being proud to work there and share in the company\'s goals. The site itself is modern, meticulously maintained, and designed to provide a safe, efficient, and enjoyable working environment