Mechanical Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Leyland; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £39k-£44k

Stable days

Training & development

Modern facility

Career prospects

Job summary

Pioneer Selection Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Leyland to join a well-established FMCG manufacturing site. You will maintain production machinery, perform fault-finding, and carry out planned maintenance to maximise uptime and safety.

The role offers a stable days-based shift and opportunities for training and career progression within a modern industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering bias is essential.
• Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Hands-on experience with planned preventive maintenance, reactive maintenance and breakdown repairs in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance, fault-finding and repairs on production machinery.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance to minimise downtime.
• React to breakdowns and restore production as quickly and safely as possible.
• Contribute to safe and efficient operation of site equipment.

Skills

Mechanical bias

Fault-finding

Planned maintenance

Problem solving

Education

Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering

Job description

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Leyland

Salary: £39,000 – £44,000

Shift: Days

Job Role of the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

A fantastic opportunity which is not to be missed by a strong Mechanical Maintenance Engineer has come to the forefront. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established industrial manufacturing business within the FMCG sector, working in a fast-paced production environment.

The successful Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will become a key member of the engineering team, responsible for ensuring the reliability, availability and performance of production machinery across the site.

You will be responsible for carrying out mechanical maintenance, fault-finding, planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown repairs on a range of industrial production machinery. You will play an important role in minimising downtime and ensuring production continues to operate safely and efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer looking to develop their career within a stable and growing FMCG manufacturing environment.

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

• Mechanical engineering bias is essential.
• Previous Mechanical Maintenance Engineering experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Must hold a Level 3 NVQ or City & Guilds qualification in Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Hands‑on experience carrying out planned preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance and breakdown repairs within a fast‑paced industrial environment.

Requirements for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

• Strong hands‑on mechanical maintenance and fault‑finding experience.
• Experience maintaining industrial production machinery.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical faults and identify root causes of equipment failures.
• Experience carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Experience responding to mechanical breakdowns and completing efficient repairs.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a methodical approach to maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
• Recognised Level 3 NVQ / City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering qualification.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience within the FMCG sector.
• Experience working within a highly automated manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of predictive or condition‑based maintenance.
• Experience with bearings, motors, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes and other industrial mechanical equipment.
• Previous UK Maintenance Engineering experience.

The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will benefit from:

• £39,000 – £44,000 salary.
• Working for a well-established FMCG manufacturing business.
• Stable days‑based position.
• Modern industrial manufacturing environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Excellent long‑term career prospects.

For further details, contact Adem Halil at Pioneer Selection.