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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd

Port Talbot

On-site

GBP 49,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Port Talbot seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to ensure smooth operation of high-speed, automated production lines. The role involves both planned and reactive maintenance, requires strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to health, safety, and compliance. Competitive salary of £49,000 offered with ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary: £49,000
Access to state-of-the-art machinery
Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

  • Experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills under pressure.
  • Familiarity with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on production equipment.
  • Maintain and fault find on production machinery to minimize downtime.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying root causes.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience
Fault-finding skills
Problem-solving skills
Communication skills
Teamwork
Job description
Overview

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

This is your opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer based in Port Talbot. This site is a hub of innovation, precision, and performance. The company is investing heavily in its people, processes, and technology, and is a fast-paced, rewarding environment for skilled engineers. The culture is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a shared commitment to excellence. Whether you're solving complex mechanical issues or contributing to long-term reliability strategies, your ideas and initiative will be valued and supported.

Key Information
  • Location: Port Talbot
  • Salary: £49,000
  • Shifts: Continental
  • Sector: High-Volume Manufacturing
This is what you9ll be doing as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you9ll be a key player in ensuring the smooth operation of high-speed, automated production lines:

  • Conducting planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on a wide range of modern manufacturing equipment.
  • Maintaining and fault finding on production machinery to minimise downtime and maintain production targets.
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives by identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions.
  • Upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and compliance in all maintenance activities.
This is what you9ll bring to the team
  • Experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills under pressure.
  • Familiarity with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
  • A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
  • Communication and teamwork skills.
This is what you9ll get in return
  • Competitive salary: £49,000
  • Panama shift pattern
  • Access to state-of-the-art machinery and tools
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
Ready to take your engineering career to the next level?

If you9re a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a fresh challenge in a high-performance environment, we9d love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you9re the perfect fit for this role.

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