Mechanical Area Engineer - Maintenance & Reliability Lead

Saica Group; Carrington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Saica Group's Saica Paper division is seeking a Mechanical Area Engineer to monitor and deliver maintenance across a range of mechanical and hydraulic equipment, ensuring high safety standards and reliable operation.

The role emphasizes maintenance planning, fault finding, RAMS and SOP development, and collaboration with production and other disciplines. Maximo knowledge is advantageous, and a proactive, safety-first mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance and asset care.
• Familiarity with Maximo and maintenance planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve mechanical systems and hydraulic equipment.
• Lead maintenance activities with a focus on safety and compliance.
• Plan maintenance tasks, create RAMS and SOPs.
• Support shutdowns and supervision of technicians.
• Collaborate with production and other disciplines to maximise asset availability.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

H&S compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Maximo data

Education

NVQ Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

Saica Group's Saica Paper division is seeking a Mechanical Area Engineer to monitor and deliver maintenance across a range of mechanical and hydraulic equipment, ensuring high safety standards and reliable operation.

The role emphasizes maintenance planning, fault finding, RAMS and SOP development, and collaboration with production and other disciplines. Maximo knowledge is advantageous, and a proactive, safety-first mindset is essential.