Mechanical Engineer

Moorland Recruitment; Malvern; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a long-term opportunity in a dynamic environment. The role includes hands-on mechanical maintenance, fault-finding, and improving equipment reliability. Candidates should have a strong mechanical engineering background, proven experience in maintenance engineering, and NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a stable work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Performance-related bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in hands-on mechanical maintenance and fault-finding.
• Ability to work from mechanical drawings and P&IDs.
• Confident in welding and fabrication work (MIG/TIG).

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative & reactive mechanical maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and complete repairs efficiently.
• Work on pumps, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
• Ensure compliance with H&S and quality standards.

Skills

Strong mechanical engineering background

Proven experience in maintenance or reliability engineering

Basic electrical fault‑finding knowledge

Welding capability (MIG/TIG)

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

P&IDs

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Manufacturing Environment | Long-Term Opportunity

Are you a hands‑on mechanical maintenance engineer who enjoys fault‑finding, improving reliability, and keeping production moving?

We're looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well‑established manufacturing site within a global operation. This is a practical role offering variety, stability, and the chance to work on complex process equipment in a fast‑paced environment.

⚙️ The Role

You'll be a key part of the site engineering function, responsible for the maintenance, repair, and reliability of mechanical plant and machinery.

This is a role for someone who enjoys being on the tools, solving problems, and improving how equipment performs day‑to‑day.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned, preventative & reactive mechanical maintenance
• Diagnosing mechanical faults and completing repairs efficiently
• Working on pumps, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, valves, pipework & rotating equipment
• Interpreting P&IDs, isometric drawings, schematics & technical manuals
• Supporting breakdowns and identifying root causes
• Welding & fabrication work (MIG/TIG)
• Managing critical spare parts and maintenance documentation
• Liaising with contractors and suppliers for servicing and upgrades
• Ensuring compliance with H&S, quality, environmental & feed/food safety standards
• Supporting site operations, including occasional overtime or weekends

👷 What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Strong mechanical engineering background
• Proven experience in maintenance or reliability engineering
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Confident working from mechanical drawings & P&IDs
• Welding capability (MIG/TIG)
• Basic electrical fault‑finding knowledge
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Experience in process, food, FMCG, or packaging environments
• Forklift truck licence

🎁 What's On Offer

• 37.5-hour working week with overtime available
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme, private healthcare & performance‑related bonus
• Stable, long‑term role within a global manufacturing business
• Opportunity to develop skills and progress within a supportive engineering team