Maintenance Engineer

Omega Resource Group; Norton Canes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing business is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to maximize production uptime and maintain equipment efficiently and safely. Responsibilities include carrying out maintenance tasks, diagnosing faults, and maintaining records. Candidates should be multi-skilled with qualifications in mechanical and electrical disciplines. Experience in fast-paced environments is desirable. Competitive salary and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Overtime opportunities

Full training and development

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled engineer with mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience with PLC fault finding and programming.
• Overhead Crane Licence is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding skills

Electrical fault-finding skills

Strong communication

Teamworking skills

Education

Formal qualification in electrical or mechanical discipline

17th Edition electrical regulations certified

Tools

PLC programming

Plastic injection moulding machinery

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Location: East Midlands Area

Contract Type: Permanent

Working hours: 3 Shift Rotation

A leading manufacturing business is currently looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their established engineering team. This role is critical to maximising production uptime and ensuring equipment is maintained efficiently and safely.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise and carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the site.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.
• Support daily operations by responding promptly to breakdowns and technical issues.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and ensure paperwork is completed on time.
• Ensure TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) schedules are followed and updated.
• Oversee external contractors and liaise with suppliers for parts and services.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and control maintenance-related costs.
• Participate in daily production meetings and provide updates on engineering issues.
• Maintain and update technical documentation including manuals and drawings.
• Support safe working practices and ensure compliance with all health & safety procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Multi-skilled engineer with mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Formal qualification in an electrical or mechanical discipline.
• 17th Edition (or later) electrical regulations certified.
• Experience with PLC fault finding and programming.
• Familiarity with plastic injection moulding machinery (Apply online only) tonne range) is highly desirable.
• Experience in a fast-paced production or automotive environment.
• Overhead Crane Licence is an advantage.
• Strong communication and teamworking skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• 3-shift rotation pattern (37.5 hours per week).
• Supportive working environment with strong leadership.
• Full training and development provided.

For further details, please contact Kieren Provis - (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed).

Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.

We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Materials Science Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Electronics Engineers, Test Technicians, Technical Authors, and Laboratory Technicians to name but a few. For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit our website: (url removed)

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors