Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Pioneer Selection; Menston; On-site; GBP 38,700 - 47,300; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Selection is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Menston to maintain reliability and efficiency of production equipment on a days-based shift. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance across a busy manufacturing site, diagnosing faults and ensuring equipment remains in top condition.

The role requires a mechanical engineering apprenticeship, strong maintenance experience, and the ability to work independently to address breakdowns.

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Strong mechanical maintenance experience within a manufacturing, industrial or automated environment.
• Experience with mechanical fault finding and maintenance of industrial machinery.
• Comfortable working a days-based shift pattern.
• Able to work independently and respond effectively to breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance across a busy manufacturing environment.
• Working on a range of mechanical production machinery and site equipment.
• Diagnosing faults and ensuring equipment is maintained to a high standard.
• Mechanical fault finding, planned preventative maintenance, breakdown response and supporting continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience

Fault finding

Reading mechanical drawings

Independent work

Problem-solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Bearings

Belts

Chains

Gearboxes

Pumps

Job description

Overview

Location: Menston
Salary: £43,000
Shift: Days

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business in Menston. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanical maintenance professional to join a stable site and play a key role in maintaining the reliability and efficiency of production equipment.

Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance across a busy manufacturing environment. You will be working on a range of mechanical production machinery and site equipment, diagnosing faults and ensuring equipment is maintained to a high standard. The role will involve mechanical fault finding, planned preventative maintenance, breakdown response and supporting continuous improvement across the site.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Completed a recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Strong mechanical maintenance experience within a manufacturing, industrial or automated environment.
• Experience with mechanical fault finding and maintenance of industrial machinery.
• Comfortable working a days-based shift pattern.
• Able to work independently and respond effectively to breakdowns.

Requirements

• Experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Experience working with bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, pumps and other mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Previous experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Desirable

• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with continuous improvement and root cause analysis.
• Additional electrical maintenance experience would be advantageous.