Maintenance Engineer Multi Skilled

Brazen Search; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join an engineering team in Market Harborough. The role involves conducting maintenance and repairs on plant machinery within a 4-on-4-off shift pattern. Candidates should be apprentice-trained Mechanical Engineers with proven fault-finding skills and experience in mechanical systems. The position offers competitive pay, 28 days holiday, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay with overtime

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Company pension and sick pay schemes

Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Occupational Health programmes

£300 'Introduce a Friend' bonus

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained Mechanical Engineer with industrial experience required.
• Proven skills in mechanical diagnostics and fault-finding are essential.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety in an industrial environment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical maintenance and repairs on plant machinery.
• Execute planned preventative maintenance to ensure equipment reliability.
• Respond to breakdowns and perform safe repairs or replacements.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Communication skills (Level 3 English/IELTS)

Adaptability to shift patterns

Education

Apprentice-trained Mechanical Engineer (minimum Level 3)

Tools

CMMS systems (e.g., Holistech)

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - 4-on-4-off Shift

Location: Market Harborough

Start: ASAP

Hours: 4-on-4-off rotation (day and night shifts)

Rate: £22.11 per hour

We are recruiting a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team on a 4-on-4-off shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical maintenance, repairs, and fault diagnosis on plant machinery (pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, hydraulics).
• Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) via CMMS systems (e.g., Holistech) to ensure equipment reliability.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and carry out safe repairs or replacements.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimise equipment performance.
• Support continuous improvement projects to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records.
• Work independently and as part of a small engineering team.

Requirements

• Apprentice‑trained Mechanical Engineer (minimum Level 3) with industrial/manufacturing experience.
• Proven skills in mechanical fault‑finding and diagnostics.
• Experience with pumps, hydraulics, conveyors, gearboxes, and other mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of PPM systems in a production environment.
• Understanding of Health & Safety in an industrial setting.
• Strong communication skills (Level 3 English/IELTS or equivalent).
• Motivated, proactive, and adaptable to shift patterns.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with overtime at 1.25×
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Company pension and sick pay schemes
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, life assurance, cycle to work
• Occupational Health and Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts and rewards, plus £300 “Introduce a Friend” bonus