Mechanical Maintenance Engineer — Drive Factory Reliability

s1jobs; Stornoway; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical to join our clients Engineering team in Stornoway.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of our manufacturing facilities. Working closely with the Engineering and Operations teams, you will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, equipment repairs and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Certificate in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an engineering or maintenance environment.
• Understanding of relevant standards and systems, including TS16949, IOSH/NEBOSH and ISO 14001.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and support major overhauls during scheduled downtime.
• Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns, minimising downtime and supporting production continuity.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and repair or replace defective components.
• Accurately record maintenance activities using internal IT systems.
• Coordinate and supervise external contractors undertaking engineering work on site.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects designed to improve equipment reliability, efficiency and performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and manage spare parts inventory.
• Work closely with the Operations team to ensure the efficient running of the factory.
• Ensure all engineering activities are carried out in accordance with health & safety procedures, permits to work, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Provide engineering support outside normal working hours and participate in an on-call and emergency breakdown rota.
• Participate in daily operations meetings and contribute to effective communication across departments.
• Take responsibility for your own professional development, actively seeking opportunities to develop your skills and support career progression.

Skills

Fault finding

Problem solving

Independent working

Team player

Time management

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical to join our clients Engineering team in Stornoway.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of our manufacturing facilities. Working closely with the Engineering and Operations teams, you will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, equipment repairs and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.