Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

ITP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Leeds is seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a full-time, shift-based role. You will respond to breakdowns, perform preventative maintenance, and repair various rotating equipment. Applicants must have a Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship and at least 5 years of experience in an industrial setting. A salary of £47,000 per year awaits the successful candidate, along with additional training opportunities.

Benefits

Additional training provided

Diverse work across a large-scale production site

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in an industrial setting.
• Confident with CMMS systems and general IT literacy.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns as the first point of contact.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections.
• Fault-find and repair rotating equipment.
• Install and align new mechanical components.
• Maintain and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam systems.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding skills

Confident with CMMS systems

Preventative maintenance techniques

Proactive and self-motivated attitude

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

Recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Leeds
Salary: £47,000 per year
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Shifts)

Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter based in Leeds and looking for a shift-based role in a fast-paced industrial environment? We are working with a leading manufacturing business seeking a skilled Shift Mechanical Fitter to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a reactive and preventative maintenance environment and enjoys working with a wide variety of equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns as the first point of contact, working alongside the shift electrician
• Use Pemac CMMS to receive and log jobs, allocate spares, and record histories
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections
• Fault-find and repair rotating equipment including pumps, gearboxes, pulpers, fans, refiners etc.
• Install and align new mechanical components and assemblies
• Carry out light machining tasks (lathe, mill, pillar drill) and basic welding/fabrication
• Maintain and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam plant systems
• Assist with writing risk assessments and ensuring safety protocols are followed
• Participate in shift rotation, including cover shift every 5th cycle

What You'll Need

• Recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
• At least 5 years' experience in an industrial setting
• Strong mechanical fault-finding skills
• Confident with CMMS systems and general IT literacy
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude and the flexibility to work shifts
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to a close-knit team

What’s on Offer

• £47,000 annual salary
• Permanent role with a structured 4-shift pattern (plus 1 in 5 cover shift)
• Diverse, hands-on work across a large-scale production site
• Additional training provided - including FLT, cherry picker & more
• Opportunity to work on critical assets across mechanical and fluid power systems

Apply now to join a respected employer with a strong track record of investing in their people