Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Alton Towers Resort; Alton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment venue in Alton is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to ensure the safety and performance of rides. The role involves routine and emergency maintenance, requiring strong practical experience and a Level 3 engineering qualification. Competitive salary starting at £45,009 with benefits including holiday, annual passes, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Starting salary of £45,009

28 days holiday including bank holidays

'Enjoy the Ride' Merlin Annual Passes

Company bonus

Private pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Clean UK driving license is essential.
• Apprenticeship training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency mechanical maintenance for ride safety.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults in complex machinery.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience

Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics

Flexibility with working hours

Education

Level 3 engineering qualification or equivalent

Job description

What you'll bring to the team

Qualifications & Experience

Are you ready to bring your engineering skills to one of the country’s most exciting and dynamic environments? At Alton Towers Resort, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining the safety, reliability, and smooth operation of our world-renowned rides and attractions. As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will deliver both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring every attraction is operating at its best and providing unforgettable experiences for thousands of visitors.

In this hands-on role, no two days are the same. You’ll work across a variety of attractions—from thrilling rollercoasters to family-friendly rides—helping to keep them safe and operational. This role also involves occasional work at heights, offering a unique and thrilling working environment that challenges and rewards your expertise.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Performing routine and emergency mechanical maintenance to ensure ride safety and performance.
• Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical faults across a range of complex machinery.
• Working closely with engineering teams to support continuous improvement and compliance with safety standards.
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and reporting on equipment condition.
• Adapting to a flexible schedule that includes weekends, bank holidays, and shift work to meet the operational demands of the resort.

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified Mechanical Engineer with strong practical experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Ideally apprenticeship-trained, holding a Level 3 engineering qualification or an equivalent certification.
• Proven experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment, with hands-on exposure to mechanical systems.
• Good working knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics is highly desirable.
• Flexibility with working hours and the ability to respond to the dynamic needs of a busy Resort.
• Full, clean UK driving licence is essential.

The role is full time, permanent, averaging 40 hours per week and will include weekends and bank holidays as required.

Due to the nature of this role, if selected for an interview you will be require to provide original copies of all relevant qualification certificates.

Benefits

• A starting salary of £45,009, rising to £48,673 upon successful completion of training
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• ‘Enjoy the Ride’ Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!
• Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year’s service
• Company bonus
• Private pension scheme
• 40% discount online off LEGO
• 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Plus, many more…

Pay Range

GBP £45,009.00/Yr.