Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

HR GO Recruitment - Bishop's Stortford; Tendring; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-contributory pension

Excellent benefits

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment - Bishop's Stortford is seeking a Shift Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established global manufacturer of specialty paper alternatives in Clacton-On-Sea, Essex. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance across production machinery to minimise downtime and optimise performance.

The successful candidate will maintain and improve machine performance, with a 12-hour shift cycle (7 AM–7 PM / 7 PM–7 AM) on a 4-on 4-off pattern.

Qualifications

• Time-served or formally qualified in Mechanical Engineering (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Knowledge of hydraulics/pneumatics
• Any Electrical Fault-finding experience on electrical systems - Beneficial
• Electrical qualifications - 18th Edition - Beneficial
• Experience with PLC / HMI fault finding (Allen Bradley, Siemens S7) - Beneficial

Responsibilities

• Plant checks affecting repairs as required
• Responding to production line breakdowns
• Planned Maintenance
• Ownership of Plant such as compressors, water treatment plant and cooling equipment
• Assist in design and implementation of Machinery modifications.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Fault-finding

Team player

Machining & turning

Welding

Electrical fault-finding

Education

Time-served or formally qualified in Mechanical Engineering

NVQ / City & Guilds / HNC/HND or equivalent

Hydraulics / pneumatics knowledge

Electrical qualifications - 18th Edition

PLC / HMI fault finding (Allen Bradley, Siemens S7)

Tools

PLC fault finding

HMI fault finding (Allen Bradley, S7)

Electrical fault-finding

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Shift - 4 on 4 off Days/Nights)

• Location: Clacton-On-Sea, Essex
• Salary Guide: £42,600 PA, Depending on experience
• Excellent Benefits, 11.2% Non-contributory company pension
• Shift Pattern: 12 hr continuous 4 On 4 Off (2 days / 2 nights)
• Hours of work: 7 AM - 7 PM and 7 PM - 7 AM
• Job Type: Permanent

We are seeking a Shift Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established global manufacturer of specialty paper alternatives. The role involves performing a broad range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks across various production machinery to ensure minimal downtime and optimal performance.

The successful candidate will use your knowledge to maintain and improve the performance of the machines used in day-to-day manufacture.

Duties

• Plant checks affecting repairs as required
• Responding to production line breakdowns
• Planned Maintenance
• Ownership of Plant such as compressors, water treatment plant and cooling equipment
• Assist in design and implementation of Machinery modifications.

Any experience of working on Extrusion Machinery would be beneficial.

Mechanical Knowledge & Experience

• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge; experience in machining and turning for repairs.
• Skilled in fault-finding and fixing mechanical issues; supports modifications and projects.
• Welding experience (MIG, TIG, Arc, Gas).
• Basic electrical fault-finding advantageous.
• Good health & safety awareness; conducts plant checks and repairs.
• Effective team player.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Time-served or formally qualified in Mechanical Engineering (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Knowledge of hydraulics/pneumatics
• Any Electrical Fault-finding experience on electrical systems - Beneficial
• Electrical qualifications - 18th Edition - Beneficial
• Experience with PLC / HMI fault finding (Allen Bradley, Siemens S7) - Beneficial

Why Join

• Be part of a growing, global company with a proud heritage and exciting future
• Work in a fast-paced environment where your skills make a daily impact
• Join a business that values its people, safety, and continuous improvement
• Competitive salary and benefits, including generous non-contributory pension.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. HRGO is committed to equal opportunities for all.