Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a prominent steel manufacturing site in Sheffield. In this hands-on role, you will handle mechanical breakdowns, support various operations, and execute both preventative and reactive maintenance tasks. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering background, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. This position offers a structured shift pattern with competitive salary and strong long-term prospects.

Qualifications

• Experience within a heavy industrial or manufacturing engineering environment.
• Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with engineers, operators, and shift management.

Responsibilities

• Attend mechanical breakdowns and diagnose faults.
• Support operations across steelmaking, casting, and finishing areas.
• Respond to first-line maintenance issues and carry out repairs.
• Complete planned maintenance tasks and improve maintenance schedules.
• Follow all health & safety procedures and ensure documentation is up to date.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Fault finding

Problem-solving

Health and Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Independent Work

Education

Apprentice-trained or time-served Mechanical Engineer / Fitter

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Sheffield

Stafforce Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded steel manufacturing business based in Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a large, heavy industrial site offering long-term stability, strong earning potential and a structured shift pattern.

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off - 12-hour days and nights (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am)

Salary: £46,000 per annum

The Role

Working as part of the site engineering function, you'll support the mechanical maintenance requirements of a busy steel manufacturing operation. This is a hands‑on role with exposure to a wide range of plant and equipment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Attending mechanical breakdowns and diagnosing faults across varied plant and equipment
• Supporting operations across steelmaking, casting and finishing areas when required
• Using mobile plant to assist engineering and operational activities
• Responding to first‑line maintenance issues, carrying out safe and effective repairs
• Completing planned maintenance tasks and contributing to continuous improvement of maintenance schedules
• Ensuring all health & safety procedures, documentation and PPE requirements are strictly followed
• Keeping systems such as Agility up to date and ensuring clear handovers to the oncoming shift

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:

• Previous experience within a heavy industrial or manufacturing engineering environment
• Apprentice‑trained or time‑served Mechanical Engineer / Fitter background
• Experience of both preventative and reactive maintenance
• A proactive, enthusiastic and self‑motivated approach
• The ability to work independently or as part of a wider engineering team
• Strong communication skills to liaise with engineers, operators and shift management
• A solid understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements
• Proven fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills

If you're a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for your next move within heavy manufacturing, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today or contact Stafforce Recruitment for more information.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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