Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

E3 Recruitment; South Staffordshire; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern engineering firm in South Staffordshire seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal factory performance. The role offers a salary of £48,000 - £50,000 plus bonuses and premium overtime, with an OTE exceeding £65k. You will deliver proactive maintenance and execute PPM schedules. Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering qualifications and a strong background in maintenance within manufacturing. Benefits include a 20% pension and 33 days holiday.

Benefits

20% pension

33 days holiday

Private healthcare scheme

Premium overtime

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship trained in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
• Strong background in planned and reactive mechanical maintenance within manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver plant-wide proactive and reactive mechanical maintenance.
• Execute PPM schedules and respond to breakdowns.
• Fault-find and repair key mechanical systems.

Skills

Planned mechanical maintenance

Reactive mechanical maintenance

Fault-finding

Hydraulics and pneumatics

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 / BTEC Level 3 in engineering

NVQ Level 3 in engineering

Job description

Be part of a modern, innovative engineering environment and enjoy premium overtime, a market leading 20% pension, 33 days holiday, and a modern, fully invested engineering site built for high performance, located near Penkridge. With accredited cross skilling, continuous upskilling, and clear career progression pathways, this is a role that offers long term stability, standout benefits, and exceptional earning potential.

What's on offer as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

• Basic Salary: £48,000 - £50,000 + bonus + premium overtime (x1.5, x2), OTE in excess of £65k per annum
• Training & Development: Commitment to a focused training and development programme, including electrical cross‑skilling for those who want it, leadership training and opportunities, specialist hydraulics training, continuous improvement training, etc. If it helps you progress as an engineer, they will support it where possible
• Pension up to 20%
• 33 days holiday
• Private healthcare scheme
• Prime site location near Penkridge with excellent transport links
• 4 on 4 off working pattern - days/nights

Role & Responsibilities as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

• Deliver plant‑wide proactive and reactive mechanical maintenance to ensure optimum factory performance
• Execute PPM schedules and respond effectively to breakdowns as part of the maintenance team
• Fault‑find and repair key mechanical systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, and gearboxes
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives to support world‑class manufacturing standards

What do you require to apply as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

• City & Guilds Level 3 / BTEC Level 3 (or higher) with NVQ Level 3 in engineering
• Apprenticeship trained in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline
• Strong background in planned and reactive mechanical maintenance within manufacturing

To apply for the Mechanical Engineering position, please click "Apply Now" and attach your most up to date CV. Alternatively, please contact Joe Quartley at E3 Recruitment for more information.