Maintenance Engineer

Questech Recruitment Ltd; West Ella; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join a dynamic team in the manufacturing sector. This role involves planned maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure machinery operates efficiently. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and/or electrical skills and relevant qualifications. The company offers competitive salary and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and career development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Ability to diagnose and repair faults efficiently.
• Knowledge of PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, or robotics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Diagnose faults to minimize production downtime.
• Support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Maintenance engineering skills

Problem-solving abilities

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ, HNC, City & Guilds)

Job description

Questech Recruitment are recruiting for a Maintenane Engineer (Electrical or Mechanical Bias) on behalf of one of our clients who are a well-established and forward-thinking organisation within the manufacturing sector.

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about ensuring machinery and production lines run efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on a range of machinery.
• Diagnose faults, identify solutions, and minimise downtime across production.
• Support continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to prioritise maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and spare parts usage.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical skills (multiskilled preferred).
• Ability to diagnose and repair faults efficiently.
• Knowledge of PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, or robotics (advantageous but not essential).
• A proactive mindset with excellent problem‑solving abilities.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ, HNC, City & Guilds or equivalent).

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary.
• Training and career development.
• Supportive team culture with a focus on safety and innovation.

How to Apply

If you're a hands‑on Maintenance Engineer looking for your next career move, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your most up to date CV or call and speak to Simon to discuss the role in more detail.