Mechanical Engineer

Scantec; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering company in Cadishead is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to oversee routine maintenance, support improvement projects, and ensure safety in operations. The role requires a strong background in electrical and mechanical maintenance, and excellent problem-solving skills. If you enjoy variety in your work and being part of a close-knit team, apply now.

Qualifications

• Strong background in both electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Confident working with heavy machinery.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety best practice.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.
• Responding to breakdowns, diagnosing faults.
• Supporting the development of the maintenance schedule.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

HNC/NVQ (or equivalent) in Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Cadishead, Greater Manchester
Permanent

Are you a hands-on Maintenance Engineer who enjoys variety in your day and solving practical problems? I'm working with a well-established company in Cadishead who are looking to bring an experienced Site Maintenance Engineer into their team.

This is a key role within the site – not just about keeping things ticking over, but also getting stuck into improvement projects and helping to install new kit and technology to make things run better.

What you’ll be doing:

Carrying out routine maintenance on plant equipment and machinery

Responding to breakdowns, diagnosing faults, and getting things back up and running quickly

Supporting the development of the maintenance schedule to keep everything on track

Working closely with the engineering team

Spotting opportunities for improvement and suggesting practical solutions

Keeping accurate maintenance records

Ensuring everything is done with safety in mind

What we’re looking for:

HNC/NVQ (or equivalent) in Engineering

A strong background in both electrical and mechanical maintenance

Confident working with heavy machinery

A natural problem solver with a practical mindset

Someone who works well on their own and as part of a team

Good communication and record-keeping skills

A solid understanding of Health & Safety best practice

If you’re looking for a role where no two days are the same and you enjoy being part of a close-knit team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV – or get in touch if you’d like a bit more info first

Job Info

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer

Company:

Location:

Posted:

Jul 31st 2025

Closes:

Aug 31st 2025

Sector:

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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