Maintenance Engineer

CastAlum Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave

Company pension

Life insurance

On-site parking

Sick pay

Job summary

CastAlum Ltd is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of equipment. This full-time permanent role requires experience in electrical and hydraulic systems. Responsibilities include performing repairs, diagnosing faults, and maintaining optimal machinery efficiency. Candidates should possess qualifications in engineering and strong problem-solving skills. The company offers a structured pay system, ongoing training, and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintaining and repairing hydraulic systems and electrical components.
• Strong knowledge of electrical circuits, motors, drives, and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, electrical fault finding, and hydraulic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults promptly.
• Ensure machinery and equipment are running at optimal efficiency.

Skills

Maintaining hydraulic systems

Repairing electrical components

Reading technical drawings

Problem-solving skills

Team-working abilities

Education

Relevant qualifications in engineering (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds)

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Engineer with experience in both hydraulics and electrical systems to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong technical background to contribute to the efficient operation and maintenance of our equipment and machinery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults promptly.
• Ensure machinery and equipment are running at optimal efficiency, minimizing downtime.
• Work with a range of electrical components, motors, drives, and control systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and inspections on hydraulic systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Assist with the installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment status.
• Provide technical support to production teams as required.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment at all times.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience in maintaining and repairing hydraulic systems and electrical components.
• Strong knowledge of electrical circuits, motors, drives, and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, electrical fault finding, and hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Familiarity with industrial automation systems is a plus.
• Strong communication and team-working abilities.
• Relevant qualifications in engineering (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent).

Basic Shift Pattern: "3 on, 4 off" (Rotating Days/Nights)

Overtime is paid at time and a half for your first 12 hours, anything over 48 hours is paid at double time.

What We Offer:

• The salary for this position will be dependent on the candidate’s experience, with opportunities for progression through a structured four-grade pay system.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive and skilled team environment.
• Opportunities for progression within the company.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay