Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

MorePeople; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a long-established machinery manufacturing company as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer. In this hands-on role, you'll maintain and repair a variety of machinery, ensuring smooth operations through planned maintenance and responsive breakdown support. Your expertise in mechanical maintenance will be crucial, as you'll also handle basic electrical and plumbing tasks. This innovative firm offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for overtime and a range of attractive benefits, including annual bonuses, holiday increases with service, and a pension scheme. If you're ready to make an impact in a respected company, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Overtime opportunities

Annual bonus based on company performance

20 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing to 25 with service)

Pension scheme & life assurance

Sick pay scheme

Subsidised drinks and snacks

Staff meals & company events

Full workwear provided

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical maintenance within engineering/manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair engineering machinery across the site.
• Assemble and fit new equipment and handle general site maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Problem-Solving Skills

Electrical Knowledge

Health & Safety Regulations Knowledge

Tools

Machine Shop Mills

Lathes

Drills

Sheet Metal & Fabrication Machines

Hand Tools

Job description

Are you a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer? Join a long-established and respected Machinery Manufacturing Company where you'll work with a variety of machinery, keeping operations running smoothly through planned maintenance and reactive breakdown support.

The Role

This is a hands-on, varied role where you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of machinery, including machine shop mills, lathes, drills, sheet metal & fabrication machines, and hand tools. You'll also be involved in assembling and fitting new equipment, handling general site maintenance, and even carrying out basic electrical and plumbing tasks as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair engineering machinery across the site
• Assemble and fit new equipment
• Carry out basic electrical work and site-wide maintenance
• Handle general plumbing and facility upkeep
• Respond to breakdowns and follow planned maintenance schedules
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with mechanical maintenance in an engineering/manufacturing setting
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Some electrical knowledge is beneficial but mechanical expertise is essential
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations in an engineering environment

Working Hours

• Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Friday: 7:30 am - 12:00 noon (overtime available)

What's in It for You?

• Overtime opportunities
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing to 25 with service)
• Pension scheme & life assurance
• Sick pay scheme
• Subsidised drinks and snacks
• Staff meals & company events
• Full workwear provided
• On-site parking

What's Next?

Give me a call! Whether you're already hooked or fancy knowing just that little bit more. You can reach me, Ben at (phone number removed) or email me at (url removed). You can also drop me a message on LinkedIn if that's easier.