Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

TN United Kingdom; Loanhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Naval Defence industry seeks a Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) in Loanhead. The role involves ensuring machinery runs smoothly through maintenance and repairs. Candidates should have knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and experience in machine repair. Join a team committed to excellence and employee development.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic systems and equipment.
• Experience in general maintenance and repair of buildings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine repairs and maintenance.
• Monitor and maintain machines for smooth production.

Skills

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Time-served Apprenticeship

Tools

CNC Machines

Forklift

Overhead Crane

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Loanhead, United Kingdom

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Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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About us

MacTaggart Scott primarily supports the Naval Defence industry, providing complete solutions to customer needs from analysis of initial customer requirements, to design and manufacture, and right through to commissioning and through life support. Established in 1898, we are proud of our history and tradition, but believe that sustainable competitive advantage can only be achieved through continuous improvement, investment, and a commitment to business excellence at every level within the company. At MacTaggart Scott, we are committed to employee development, providing opportunities for career progression and professional growth. Join us in shaping the future of engineering solutions across the UK and beyond.

Overview

Our Maintenance team is a key member of MacTaggart Scott's success; they are responsible for ensuring our facilities run smoothly by conducting routine repairs, maintenance, and managing breakdowns to restore equipment to operational capacity promptly. Our maintenance team aims to minimize downtime, supporting production schedules.

Focusing on the Mechanical side, Maintenance Engineers will be responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery with hydraulic or pneumatic components. Based on the shop floor, you will monitor and maintain our machines to ensure smooth production and conduct repairs in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Requirements

• Good all-round knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic systems and equipment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and hydraulic/pneumatic circuits.
• Knowledge of manual and CNC machine repair.
• Experience in general maintenance and repair of buildings.
• Counterbalance forklift experience.
• Overhead crane experience.
• Quick thinking and the ability to handle situations as they arise.
• Ability to work independently using initiative.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Completion of a time-served apprenticeship.