Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Stirling Warrington; Castle Bromwich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Castle Bromwich seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer responsible for maintaining and repairing special purpose machinery. This position offers a competitive salary starting at £50,000 with additional benefits, including on-site gym access, generous holiday allowance, and professional training opportunities. Candidates must have at least 4 years of relevant experience and a level 3 qualification in mechanical engineering or equivalent.

Benefits

On-site gym with personal trainer

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health scheme

Training and succession planning

Contributory pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in maintenance or repair.
• Advantageous military experience in engineering.
• Familiarity with bearings, straps, belts, and chains.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair special purpose machinery.
• Provide hands-on training under supervision.
• Innovate and expand maintenance processes.

Skills

Mechanical competence

Knowledge of hydraulics

Knowledge of pneumatics

Experience with special purpose machinery

Education

Qualified to Level 3 (NVQ/C&G) or equivalent apprenticeship

Job description

Position Details

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Birmingham

Salary: £50,000 per annum with an option for a 4 on/4 off shift pattern (or 4 on/4 off days and nights) at £52,000.

Benefits

• On‑site gym with £20 per month including a free personal trainer
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Access to a chiropodist
• Health scheme
• Online discount platform for popular retailers
• Bonus between 1%–10%
• Training and succession planning
• Up to 10% contributory pension
• Paid 18thed, NEBOSH, IOSH, etc.
• PPE and tools provided
• 6× death in salary for accidental injury at work or outside of work

Company Overview

My client has been successfully manufacturing for years and boasts a strong reputation for hiring and retaining maintenance engineers. They are consistently innovating and expanding due to a full order book. The Engineering Manager, who rose from apprenticeship to leadership, will provide hands‑on training, including electrical up‑skilling, to help you progress on the same career path.

Experience Required

• Qualified to Level 3 (NVQ/C&G) or have completed an apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline.
• Advantageous if the experience is through the military (ex‑forces).
• At least 4 years of experience maintaining or repairing special purpose machinery – heavy industry experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Mechanically competent with knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, straps, belts, chains, etc.
• From manufacturing or ex‑forces industries such as FMCG, food, plastic, packaging, pharmaceuticals, foundry, brick, distribution, automotive, metals, RAF, navy, army, or other military organisations.