Maintenance Engineer

MTrec Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in the Tees Valley area is looking for a maintenance engineer to ensure reliable equipment performance and conduct maintenance work. The ideal candidate will have over five years of industrial maintenance experience, strong mechanical skills, and effective problem-solving abilities. This is a full-time permanent role offering competitive salary and development opportunities.

Benefits

Company Pension contribution

Holiday entitlement

Progression and development opportunities

Life Assurance Scheme

Highly competitive basic salary

On site parking

Immediate starts available

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in production or industrial maintenance.
• Hands-on experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with steam and compressed-air systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the duty engineer during the shift, ensuring reliable equipment performance.
• Respond promptly to equipment failures and carry out scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues quickly and effectively.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ONC (or equivalent) in Engineering

Job description

Rewards and Benefits

• Company Pension contribution
• Holiday entitlement
• Progression and development opportunities
• Life Assurance Scheme
• A full time and permanent role from day 1!
• Highly competitive basic salary
• The opportunity to work for an industry leading manufacturing business.
• Overtime
• On site parking
• Immediate starts available.

MTrec’s new opportunity

MTrec Recruitment have proudly partnered with a state of the art, blue chip manufacturer based in the Hartlepool area. The business is a powerhouse within its respective industry, and boasts ongoing investment, development and growth. They are recruiting a highly skilled and experienced maintenance engineer to join the engineering division, and support in reactive and preventive maintenance work.

Shift Pattern

• 06:00–14:00 Monday–Thursday and 06:00–11:30 Fridays
• 14:00–22:00 Monday–Thursday and 11:30–17:00 Fridays
• 22:00–06:00 Monday–Thursday and 17:00–22:30 Fridays
• You will also be required to work rotational weekends, between 06:00 and 14:00

If you meet the person specification below, apply now for an immediate response!

Job you will do

• Serve as the duty engineer during the shift, ensuring reliable equipment performance.
• Respond promptly to equipment failures and carry out scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues quickly and effectively.
• Record maintenance actions and parts usage accurately in the asset‑management system.
• Assist with new equipment installations and oversee external contractors when required.
• Contribute to the site’s emergency response team and participate in the call‑out rota.
• Adhere to all organisational policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues at all times.

About you

• ONC (or equivalent) in Engineering.
• At least five years of experience in production or industrial maintenance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with effective diagnostic and problem‑solving abilities.
• Hands‑on experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with steam and compressed‑air systems is an advantage.
• Competent computer skills, including basic use of Microsoft Office.
• Clear communicator with strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Self‑motivated, well‑organised, and able to work independently.