Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Day Shift (Heavy Industry)

Pertemps; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading heavy engineering manufacturer based in Birmingham is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a day shift role. The position involves hands-on mechanical maintenance, leading TPM and PPM activities, and providing support in a high-performing industrial environment. Candidates should possess a mechanical engineering qualification and at least 3 years of experience in a maintenance role. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently are essential. This role offers long-term stability and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a medium or heavy industrial maintenance environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hands-on mechanical maintenance across production lines.
• Lead TPM and PPM activities to maximise equipment performance.
• Act as the main maintenance contact for production operations.
• Respond to breakdowns, conducting fault-finding and root cause analysis.
• Drive reliability improvements and support optimization projects.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams.
• Manage spare parts inventory.
• Provide guidance to apprentices and junior engineers.
• Support machinery upgrades and plant expansion.
• Maintain adherence to Health, Safety & Environmental standards.

Skills

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Fluid power systems

Welding/fabrication

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering Qualification: NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC; HNC advantageous

Job description

A leading heavy engineering manufacturer based in Birmingham is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a day shift role. The position involves hands-on mechanical maintenance, leading TPM and PPM activities, and providing support in a high-performing industrial environment. Candidates should possess a mechanical engineering qualification and at least 3 years of experience in a maintenance role. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently are essential. This role offers long-term stability and opportunities for career development.