Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

Gi Group; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Leicester seeks a skilled Maintenance Engineer with mechanical maintenance experience. The role involves performing reactive and planned maintenance on CNC machines and collaborating with production to optimise performance. The successful candidate should possess strong fault-finding skills and familiarity with hydraulic/pneumatic systems. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000, day shifts from Monday to Friday, alongside opportunities for training and career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for training and career development

Stable and permanent position

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with CNC machinery and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and planned maintenance on CNC machines.
• Proving mechanical repairs on shafts, gearboxes, chains, and pumps.
• Diagnosing PLC faults and implementing effective solutions.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborating with production teams to minimise downtime.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

CNC machinery experience

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Education

HNC or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

Leicester

Permanent Position

Up To £40,000 PA DOE

Day Shift

Are you a hands‑on problem solver with a passion for keeping machinery running at peak performance? We are on the lookout for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our client and help them drive excellence in precision engineering.

The Role

• Performing reactive and planned maintenance on CNC machines and other manufacturing equipment
• Proving mechanical repairs on shafts, gearboxes, chains and pumps
• Diagnosing PLC faults and implementing effective solutions
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability
• Collaborating with production teams to minimise downtime and optimise performance

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with CNC machinery and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• A proactive attitude and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Holding an HNC or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering would be advantageous

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £40,000 depending on experience
• Day shift: 6.00am to 2.00pm Monday to Friday
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Stable and permanent position

Ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Apply now!

Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.