Maintenance Engineer

Fortune Brands; Wednesfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Wednesfield is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to optimize site performance and ensure safety standards. You'll be involved in proactive and reactive mechanical maintenance with responsibilities including troubleshooting and regular inspections. Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering qualifications and maintenance experience. This role includes competitive holiday benefits.

Benefits

33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience ideally within a kiln or furnace environment.
• High standards of workmanship and communication.
• Completion of an engineering apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out proactive and reactive mechanical maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve breakdowns using fault-finding techniques.
• Conduct regular inspections and planned preventative maintenance.

Skills

Electrical or mechanical maintenance experience

Knowledge of controls and troubleshooting methods

Ability to work within a multi-disciplined team

Strong technical ability with automation hardware

Education

Relevant qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our Engineering team at Perrin & Rowe in Wolverhampton.

Working as part of a small team of multi-skilled engineers, you'll carry out both proactive and reactive mechanical maintenance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, including fully automated operations. Your role is essential in optimising site performance, maximising asset availability, and reducing downtime - while ensuring all work is carried out to the highest safety and environmental standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out repairs to plant equipment and machinery as part of the Maintenance and wider Production team.
• Attending breakdowns across both facilities, ensuring a rapid response and minimising downtime.
• Conducting regular inspections and planned preventative maintenance on a wide range of equipment, including:
• Automated machinery (pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, robots)
• LEVs, testing rigs, assembly lines, and other production equipment.
• Troubleshooting and resolving breakdowns using fault-finding techniques, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Actively contributing to Total Performance Management (TPM) activities to improve safety, quality, and reliability.
• Driving continuous improvement by sharing ideas and supporting efficiency initiatives.
• Working collaboratively within the team, supporting colleagues and mentoring junior engineers.
• Managing contractors and ensuring compliance with all safety procedures.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering (NVQ, HNC) or completion of an engineering apprenticeship.
• Proven electrical or mechanical maintenance experience (multi-skilled preferred), ideally within a kiln or furnace environment.
• Knowledge of controls, fault analysis, and troubleshooting methods.
• Experience of both reactive and preventative maintenance.
• Strong technical ability with automation hardware and software.
• High standards of workmanship, organisation, and communication.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplined team.

Desirable Qualifications

• Level 3 Qualification in Inspection and Testing.
• Portable Appliance Testing qualification.
• Experience working on industrial electrical installations.
• PLC experience.
• Robotics & Automation.

Our Competencies

• Drive Results - Take ownership and consistently deliver high standards.
• Nimble Learning - Adapt quickly and embrace feedback.
• Collaborate - Build strong relationships and work cross-functionally.
• Plan and Align - Organise work effectively and align with site priorities.

33 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) - pro-rata for part-time