Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

GPW Recruitment; Bradford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus scheme

Personal Pension Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Company mobile phone

Job summary

GPW Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for an established manufacturing operation in Bradford.

You will carry out planned preventive maintenance, diagnose faults, repair equipment, manage spares, and work with SAP/CMMS. The role is permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm, with a £43,000 salary dependent on experience. On-site parking and a company bonus scheme included.

Qualifications

• A recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical/electrical faults.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance to maximise plant reliability.
• Undertake mechanical and electrical repairs on processing equipment.
• Diagnose faults and perform fault finding during breakdowns.
• Record maintenance activities in SAP/CMMS systems.
• Develop risk assessments and method statements for engineering tasks.
• Collaborate with contractors on maintenance projects.
• Maintain spares stock and ensure safe maintenance practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Fault finding

Diagnostics

Communication

Health & Safety

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Bradford
Salary: £43,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

The Role

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join an established manufacturing operation in Bradford.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance to maximise plant reliability and minimise downtime.
• Undertake planned and emergency mechanical and electrical repairs on processing equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective fault finding during breakdown situations.
• Complete follow-up actions and accurately record maintenance activities using SAP or a CMMS system.
• Develop Risk Assessments and Method Statements for engineering activities.
• Work alongside contractors during planned maintenance and engineering projects.
• Manage and maintain appropriate stock levels of machinery spares and consumables.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and in line with industry best practice.
• Support continuous improvement and identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.

About You

• A recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing, processing or industrial environment.
• Practical experience of mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Some previous experience of electrical maintenance and fault finding.
• The ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical equipment faults.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A strong understanding of Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Experience using SAP, CMMS or maintenance management systems would be advantageous but is not essential.
• A flexible, proactive and team-focused approach to work.
• The ability to work independently and remain calm when dealing with emergency breakdowns.

Benefits

• £43,000 salary, dependent on experience.
• 37.5-hour working week, Monday to Friday.
• 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days with service.
• Company bonus scheme, dependent on business performance.
• Personal Pension Plan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company mobile phone provided for occasional out-of-hours contact.
• Full training provided on SAP/CMMS systems where required.