Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

TipTopJob; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Oldbury. This role offers a competitive salary of £37,000, excellent benefits, and no shift work, ideal for skilled engineers looking to make an impact in manufacturing. Responsibilities include performing maintenance on machinery, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring production efficiency. Join a company dedicated to excellence and innovation in the industry.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Life assurance

33 days holiday

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Time-served Mechanical Engineer with experience in manufacturing environments.
• Minimum City and Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering.
• Proficiency in fitting skills, welding, and fault finding.
• Experience in planned maintenance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive maintenance on mechanical machinery.
• Support day-to-day manufacturing processes.
• Record and monitor engineering issues.
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems and suggest improvements.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance and investigate faults.

Job description

Overview

Oldbury based manufacturer seeking a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their team. With a competitive salary package, excellent benefits, and a commitment to professional development, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the manufacturing industry. The company is renowned for its expertise in steel processing and supplying quality components to the construction and off-highway industries. This role will suit a mechanically biased engineer looking to avoid shifts, working days with a half day Friday.

Hours: Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 4.00pm; Friday finish at lunch time (37.5 hours per week).

What You Will Do

• Perform reactive maintenance on a variety of mechanical machinery across the site to ensure smooth production operations.
• Support day-to-day manufacturing processes efficiently while collaborating within a team structure.
• Record and monitor engineering and production-based issues to maintain operational excellence.
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems, suggest improvements, and implement solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Communicate progress and updates on maintenance tasks with Production Managers and Team Leaders.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance and investigate faults with plant and equipment, completing necessary repairs and documenting them in the maintenance recording system.

What You Will Bring

• Time-served Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in manufacturing environments.
• Minimum City and Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering, demonstrating a solid technical foundation.
• Proficiency in fitting skills, welding, fabrication, and hydraulic and pneumatic fault finding.
• Experience in planned maintenance and continuous improvement, with a focus on lean manufacturing.
• A proactive approach to problem solving, strong organisational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Current or recent experience as maintenance engineer, maintenance technician, multi-skilled engineer, multi-skilled maintenance engineer, mechanical maintenance engineer, technician, mechanical fitter or shift engineer.

This company plays a vital role in the UK construction and manufacturing industries, providing high-quality products and services that align with its values of precision and innovation. As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will contribute to the company’s mission of delivering excellence in manufacturing through your technical expertise and proactive approach to maintenance and improvement.

In Return

• Competitive salary of 37k and company pension scheme
• Health cash plan
• Life assurance
• 33 days holiday
• Discounted gym membership

Location

This role is based on the shop floor in Oldbury, West Midlands, United Kingdom, offering convenient access to major transport links.

How to Apply

If you are ready to embrace this exciting opportunity and bring your skills to a forward-thinking company, apply today. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. To ensure your CV is processed effectively, please include your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum).