Maintenance Engineer

Nicholas Associates; Woodthorpe; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their site-based team. The role involves maintaining and repairing automated machinery to ensure minimal production downtime. The ideal candidate should have experience in a maintenance-focused role, preferably with a time-served apprenticeship. Electrical knowledge is a plus, but training will be provided. This position offers a competitive salary and supports a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Overtime available

23 holidays per year

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance role within manufacturing or production environment.
• Basic fault finding on electrical components can be beneficial.
• Willingness to learn new electrical skills through provided courses.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair automated plant machinery to minimize downtime.
• Provide technical support on projects, installations, and breakdowns.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM).

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Understanding

Maintenance Troubleshooting

Education

Time served apprenticeship

Job description

Pay: Up to £52,000 + Overtime available - earnings of £57000 and upwards achievable

Shift pattern: 4 On, 4 Off (6-6 - Days & Nights)

Industry: Manufacturing

Holidays: 23 shifts

Pension: Salary sacrifice scheme

Location: Near Loughborough

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Overview

Working in modern, purpose built (clean and warm) manufacturing facilities we now require a site-based Maintenance Engineer to join the team. Both mechanical and electrical engineers considered.

Key responsibilities of the Maintenance Engineer role

• To maintain service and repair all automated plant machinery to minimise production down time.
• Provide technical support on all projects, installations and breakdowns.
• PPM's

The ideal candidate / Maintenance Engineer may have some of the following

• Time served apprentice trained or above
• Previous experience working in a maintenance focused role within a manufacturing/production environment or similar
• Electrical understanding—changing like for like parts and basic fault finding would be beneficial if you do not have electrical certifications (Electrical training can be given— the company provide electrical courses offsite)

Commutable from: Mountsorrel, Barrow upon Soar, Loughborough, Rothley, Leicester and surrounding areas.

Interested?

If you are interested in the Maintenance Engineer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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