Maintenance Engineer - CNC / Machine Shop

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Worthing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to oversee equipment maintenance in Worthing. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, strong fault-finding skills, and the ability to manage a team. The position includes a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 plus benefits, including private medical insurance and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Generous holiday allowance

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in machine maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience supervising and managing team performance.
• Confident in mentoring and supporting junior employees and apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Respond swiftly to equipment breakdowns and process failures.
• Deliver preventative and reactive maintenance programs.
• Identify and implement opportunities for risk reduction.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Problem-solving skills

Mentoring junior employees

Team management

Knowledge of hydraulics

Knowledge of pneumatics

Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams

Education

Qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CNC machinery

Electromechanical systems

Job description

Overview

Position: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Worthing

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 (Flexible) + benefits

Job Overview

• Respond swiftly to equipment breakdowns and process failures, diagnosing faults and restoring production functionality.
• Deliver preventative and reactive maintenance programs across production equipment, robotics, and plant machinery.
• Identify and implement opportunities for risk reduction and process improvement within manufacturing.
• Supervise and develop direct reports, including work allocation, performance appraisals, and training.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to ensure smooth operation of all systems.
• Support weekend and late-shift work as required to maintain critical manufacturing uptime.

Requirements

• Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent time-served experience.
• Minimum 5 years\' experience in machine maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience supervising and managing team performance.
• Confident in mentoring and supporting junior employees and apprentices.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and machine shop equipment.
• Familiarity with CNC machinery, robotics, and electromechanical systems advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (£35,000 - £45,000 DOE) with annual bonus scheme.
• Excellent company benefits package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development through structured training.
• Work within a safety-first culture that promotes collaboration and innovation.
• Private medical insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and employee referral bonuses.
• Exceptional employee discounts on premium audio products.
• Generous holiday allowance and supportive working environment.
• 08:00-17:00 Monday-Friday (1 week in 7 there would be a late shift required of 12:00-21:00)