Maintenance Engineer in Taunton, Somerset

Energy Jobline CVL; Taunton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Taunton is seeking a Maintenance Engineering Technician to join their dynamic team. This role requires strong mechanical and electrical maintenance skills, with responsibilities including planned and reactive maintenance, diagnostics, and contributions to process improvements. The ideal candidate will be motivated and proactive, with excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 4%

Private pension plan

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Sick pay scheme

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained or qualified in an engineering discipline.
• Skilled in mechanical and electrical maintenance of industrial machinery.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on machinery and facilities equipment.
• Diagnose faults quickly and implement effective engineering solutions.
• Support continuous improvement and manufacturing excellence activities.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork abilities

Education

Qualified in an engineering discipline

Job description

Maintenance Engineering Technician

Location: Taunton

Salary: £42,000 – £44,000 per year

Hours: Monday – Friday, rotating shifts (6 a.m.–2 p.m. / 2 p.m.–10 p.m.)

Benefits

• Annual bonus up to 4%
• Private pension plan
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Sick pay scheme
• Excellent training and development opportunities

About the Role

We are seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Engineering Technician to join a dynamic manufacturing team in Taunton. This role combines mechanical and electrical maintenance with precision fabrication and workshop support to ensure production equipment runs smoothly and efficiently. You’ll play a vital part in minimizing downtime, improving tooling and machinery reliability, and supporting the site’s continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on machinery and facilities equipment.
• Diagnose faults quickly and implement effective engineering solutions.
• Contribute to process improvements and manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised workshop environment.
• Support continuous improvement and manufacturing excellence activities.
• Mentor apprentices and share technical knowledge across teams.

About You

• Apprentice‑trained or qualified in an engineering discipline.
• Skilled in mechanical and electrical maintenance of industrial machinery.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proactive with an innovation‑driven mindset.

If you’re a motivated Maintenance Engineer who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and working in a fast‑paced production environment, this is a great opportunity to join a forward‑thinking team. Apply now to take the next step in your maintenance career.