Maintenance Engineer

Hernshead Recruitment Ltd; West Midlands Combined Authority; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company specializing in technical roles is seeking experienced Mechanical & Electrical Engineers for a home-based position. The role involves travelling to customer sites across the UK, focusing on maintenance and repairs of automated equipment in warehouses. Candidates must have recognised qualifications and experience with large machinery, alongside strong problem-solving and communication skills. A full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Benefits

Fully equipped van

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Recognised Mechanical & Electrical Engineering qualifications are essential.
• Proven experience with large machinery in FMCG or logistics warehouses preferred.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on automated material handling equipment.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards and Health & Safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records including reports, risk assessments, and expenses.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

Mechanical & Electrical Engineering qualifications

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds 2391, 2394, 2395

Job description

Overview

Are you electrically biased? Are you ready to be part of a team that redefines warehouse and logistics automation? My client is a global leader in conveyor and sorting solutions. They are seeking experienced Mechanical & Electrical Engineers to join a growing service and maintenance team. This role is home-based and involves travelling to customer sites across the UK, working on a variety of warehouse and FMCG machinery, including conveyors, auto-loaders, and other automated equipment.

You will be provided with a fully equipped van, tools, and ongoing training, enabling you to deliver preventative maintenance, repairs, and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive servicing, and breakdown repairs on automated material handling equipment
• Ensure all work complies with technical standards, Health & Safety regulations, risk assessments, and method statements
• Perform proactive inspections (thermal, acoustic, visual, and audit checks) to identify and resolve potential issues
• Maintain accurate records, including reports, risk assessments, expenses, and timesheets
• Provide excellent customer service and build strong on-site relationships
• Support other areas of the business where required, including cover, training, and installation support
• Continuously develop technical skills and keep up to date with industry standards

Experience Required

• Recognised Mechanical & Electrical Engineering qualifications
• Preferred: NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds 2391, 2394, 2395 or equivalent in Inspection, Testing, and Verification
• Minimum: Level 2 Access to Building Services; Electrotechnical Craft; Building Services Engineering Technicals; or MGTS Mechanical to Electrical Conversion
• Proven experience working with large machinery in FMCG or logistics warehouses (e.g., conveyors, auto loaders)
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, including safe working with heavy machinery
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check