Maintenance Engineer

Cruise Control Recruitment Ltd; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Bonus potential

Job summary

Cruise Control Recruitment Ltd in Birmingham is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a major manufacturing site. The role covers preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance on heavy-plant machinery, with a focus on CNC equipment, hydraulics and pneumatics.

The salary is around £53k base plus bonus and overtime, with £60k–£70k OTE potential for those delivering reliability and uptime improvements. You will work on-shift and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum ONC or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience maintaining machine tools (manual or CNC).
• Heavy industry experience preferred (metal, presswork or CNC).
• Strong fault-finding skills with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Proactive, team-oriented attitude toward preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance across the plant.
• Maintain mechanical equipment including lathes, millers, planers.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Participate in root cause analysis to improve reliability.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are met.

Skills

Fault finding

Preventative maintenance

Team collaboration

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Education

ONC or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Machine tools (CNC/Manual)

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Birmingham

Salary: £53,000 plus bonus, plus overtime - £60,000 - £70,000 OTE

Shifts: Continental (Other shifts available - apply to discuss)

Are you a proactive engineer with a "right first time" mindset? Due to significant site expansion, a leading international manufacturing giant is looking for several Mechanical Maintenance Engineers to join their Birmingham-based team. This is a high-impact role within a heavy industry environment where your expertise in CNC equipment, hydraulics, and pneumatics will directly contribute to the site's continued growth and efficiency.

The Role

Working within a culture of continuous improvement, you will be a key player in the development and upkeep of both new and established machinery. This is a varied, hands‑on role based on the shop floor, encompassing preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non‑routine maintenance across the plant and facilities.
• Maintain a wide range of mechanical equipment, including Manual Lathes, Millers, Planers, and Bar Peelers.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem‑solving to drive long‑term reliability.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.

What We Are Looking For

Essential

• Qualifications: Minimum ONC or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: Proven track record in maintaining machine tools (Manual or CNC).
• Environment: Experience in heavy industry (e.g., metal, presswork, or CNC manufacturing) is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Strong fault‑finding abilities and hands‑on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Soft Skills: A dynamic team player with a proactive attitude toward preventative maintenance.

Desirable

• Skilled in fitting, machining, and welding.
• Experience in gearbox disassembly and rebuilds.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a global leader that values innovation and invests in its people. Beyond a competitive base salary of £52,000, you will have access to overtime and the stability of working for a growing international business.

Note: The individual must be comfortable working in a physically demanding, heavy‑industry environment that requires high attention to detail and strict safety compliance. The postholder may come into contact with technology or equipment controlled by local and/or U.S. Government legislation and will be required to undertake specific security screening protocols.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.