Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - 4 DAY WEEK

Escape; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated engineering firm in Clydebank is seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for the back shift. The role involves proactive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and supporting production teams. Candidates should have a time-served apprenticeship in engineering and knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics. The position offers a salary of £47,400 per annum, with paid overtime and Christmas shutdown benefits.

Benefits

Paid overtime at enhanced rates

Production-based bonus scheme

Christmas shutdown every year

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent in engineering discipline.
• Good physical fitness due to manual aspects of the role.
• Ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Support production teams by addressing breakdowns quickly.
• Maintain high safety and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Maintenance procedures

Safety standards

Hydraulics knowledge

Pneumatics knowledge

Education

Time-served apprenticeship in engineering

Tools

PLC systems

Mechanical drive systems

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Back Shift. Salary: £47,400 per annum. We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our client's dedicated engineering team. This role offers long-term stability within a well-established and forward-looking business that is currently investing in significant machinery and systems upgrades.

Key Details

• Salary: £47,400 per annum (inclusive of allowances)
• Hours: 4 x 10-hour shifts per week, Monday to Thursday, 11:20 - 21:50
• Christmas Shutdown: Every year, with annual leave days protected

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Support production teams by addressing breakdowns quickly and effectively.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical engineering issues.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and safety at all times.

What We\'re Looking For

• A time-served apprenticeship (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
• Good physical fitness due to the manual aspects of the role.
• Knowledge of conveyors, gearboxes, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical drive systems.
• Multiskilled capability across mechanical and electrical disciplines (highly desirable).
• Familiarity with PLCs, controls, and drives (advantageous).
• Ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.

Benefits

• £47,400 annual salary (inclusive of flexibility allowance and shift pay).
• Paid overtime at enhanced rates.
• Production-based bonus scheme.
• Christmas shutdown every year - ensuring time off during the festive period