Maintenance Engineer

Mego Employment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to ensure the reliability and efficiency of production equipment. The role involves performing maintenance, diagnosing repairs, and contributing to continuous improvement. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and be able to work shifts. Benefits include private medical insurance and a company pension.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance (4x salary)

Company Pension (6% contribution)

Generous holiday entitlement

Free parking

Free flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
• Willing to work shifts and overtime.
• Commitment to safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Diagnose and repair machine breakdowns quickly.
• Support corrective actions and process improvements.

Skills

Relevant engineering qualification or industry‑related certification

Time‑served Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment

Basic knowledge of PLC control systems

Understanding of 5S and lean manufacturing principles

Proficient in IT (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Maintenance Engineer - Plymouth

Location: Plymouth, Devon
Company: Fine Tubes
Salary: £44,000 - £49,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for a rewarding role in a world‑class manufacturing environment? Our client, based in Plymouth, is seeking a multi‑skilled engineer to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our production equipment. If you're searching for a new position and want to work for a company that values safety, innovation, and teamwork, this is the opportunity for you!

What You’ll Do

• Perform planned preventative maintenance to keep equipment safe and reliable.
• Diagnose and repair machine breakdowns quickly and effectively.
• Install and maintain single‑phase and three‑phase electrical circuits.
• Support corrective actions and process improvements.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and cost efficiency.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety and environmental standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Relevant engineering qualification or industry‑related certification.
• Time‑served Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment (mechanical bias preferred).
• Basic knowledge of PLC control systems.
• Ability to work shifts (Annualised Hours pattern), overtime, and call‑outs.
• Understanding of 5S and lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficient in IT (Microsoft Office).
• Commitment to safe working practices and ability to pass medical/drug tests.

Desirable Skills

• Multi‑skilled engineering experience.
• IEE Regulations qualification (18th edition).

Shift Pattern

• Core hours: Monday‑Friday, 7am‑3pm (37.5 hrs/week).
• Additional shifts include back shifts, night shifts, and weekends (with time off in lieu).
• Optional standby with on‑call payment.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance (4x salary)
• Company Pension (6% contribution)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Free parking
• Free flu vaccinations
• Supportive team environment

Interested? Contact Chris Henry to find out more or apply today!