Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Plysolene Ltd; Partridge Green; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted UK manufacturer is looking for a skilled Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Engineer in Partridge Green, West Sussex. You will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance of manufacturing equipment, overseeing an engineering apprentice. This hands-on role requires strong diagnostic skills and experience with mechanical repairs in a fast-paced environment. The company offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and various benefits including a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual bonus scheme

On-site parking

20 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme after probation period

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Competence in mechanical repairs, including motors and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative and reactive maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Install, commission, and maintain new equipment.

Skills

Electrical and mechanical maintenance experience

Diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

Mechanical repairs (bearings, belts, etc.)

Basic computer literacy

Job description

About the Role

Join a trusted UK manufacturer where your engineering skills keep production moving.

We’re seeking a skilled Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our market-leading thermoplastics manufacturing business in West Sussex.

In this hands‑on role, you’ll carry out both planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown repairs across a wide range of specialised manufacturing equipment. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring our thermoplastic sheet extrusion and processing lines operate efficiently and reliably.

Working closely with, and overseeing, an engineering apprentice, you’ll face a diverse set of mechanical and electrical challenges—no two days will be the same. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll have a direct impact on production performance, uptime, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with both modern and legacy machinery in a fast‑paced environment where your expertise is valued and your contribution makes a tangible difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative and reactive maintenance on production and ancillary equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults, minimising downtime.
• Carry out root cause analysis and support continuous improvement projects.
• Install, commission, and maintain new equipment and systems.
• Maintain fire alarm systems and oversee general site maintenance.
• Conduct risk assessment and ensure safe working practices.
• Supervise and support an engineering apprentice and coordinate with staff and external contractors.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Competence in mechanical repairs, including bearings, belts, chains, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding.
• Basic computer literacy (MS Office, maintenance logs, etc.).

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus scheme.
• On‑site parking.
• 20 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme after three‑month probation period.

Working pattern : Day shift with occasional call‑out responsibilities.

Agencies : Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered