Maintenance Engineer

MTrec Ltd Technical; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing business in Sunderland is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join its team. This role offers the chance to provide hands-on engineering support in a fast-paced environment, focusing on maintaining machinery, conducting repairs, and continually improving site efficiency. The ideal candidate will have an HNC in Engineering and significant maintenance experience in manufacturing settings.

Benefits

Full-time, permanent contract

Company bonus structure

Free on-site parking

Company pension scheme

Holiday entitlement plus statutory holidays

Qualifications

• Proven maintenance experience in a factory/manufacturing environment.
• Post-apprenticeship experience in a similar role desirable.
• Knowledge of Motors, drives, PLCs, gearboxes, transmissions.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency breakdown support to production machinery.
• Conduct regular planned maintenance as per the maintenance schedule.
• Monitor equipment performance, identifying and resolving recurring issues.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, ISO 14001, and BRC/AIB standards.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Recognised time-served apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance

NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Operations

Job description

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer:

• Full‑time, permanent contract from day one
• Immediate start available
• Company bonus structure
• Work with blue chip organisations and clients
• Free on‑site parking
• Company pension scheme
• Holiday entitlement plus statutory holidays

MTrec's New Job Opportunity:

MTrec Technical are proudly representing a leading engineering and manufacturing business based in Sunderland, as they seek to appoint an experienced Maintenance Engineer to their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, providing hands‑on engineering support across all departments. You'll play a vital role in maximising equipment performance, supporting continuous improvement projects, and contributing to the overall reliability and efficiency of site operations.

The Job You Will Do:

• Provide emergency breakdown support to production machinery and equipment
• Conduct regular planned maintenance as per the maintenance schedule
• Support the UK Engineering Manager with engineering projects, including design, specification, purchasing, and installation
• Carry out mechanical and electrical repairs across a wide range of production and support equipment
• Monitor equipment performance, identifying and resolving recurring issues
• Maintain accurate records for all maintenance activities
• Assist with external contractors and service engineers, ensuring adherence to safety standards
• Ensure all work aligns with company Health & Safety, ISO 14001, and BRC/AIB compliance standards
• Take part in initiatives to improve downtime, efficiency, health and safety, and hygiene
• Maintain a clean, organised and hazard‑free work environment

About You:

• HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Electrical preferred)
• Recognised time‑served apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance
• NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Operations or equivalent
• Proven maintenance experience in a factory/manufacturing environment (essential)
• Post‑apprenticeship experience in a similar role (desirable)
• Knowledge of Motors, drives, PLCs, gearboxes, transmissions
• Strong team player with proactive attitude
• Excellent initiative and problem‑solving skills
• Able to prioritise and adapt to changing schedules
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident communicator across all levels and departments