Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Cannock

Energy Jobline ZR; Cannock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm in Cannock is seeking a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer. The role involves conducting maintenance inspections, resolving breakdowns, and supporting equipment installation. Candidates must have a relevant mechanical engineering qualification, effective fault-finding skills, and hands-on experience. This position offers 12-hour shifts on a continental schedule with competitive benefits including a pension scheme and life insurance.

Benefits

23 days holiday increasing with service

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Life insurance: 2× salary

Performance bonuses

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship required.
• Hands-on experience in maintenance.
• Previous foundry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance inspections.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Install, modify, and commission plant equipment.

Skills

Strong fault-finding skills in hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Proficiency in reading engineering drawings

Comfortable working independently or as part of a team

Education

C&G Part 3 or ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Motors

Gearboxes

Drives

Cranes

Job description

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We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineers Days

Location: Cannock
Shifts: Continental - 4 on / 4 off (Days Only)
Hours: 12-hour shifts (includes 30-minute lunch)

About the Role

We're looking for a skilled and motivated Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our team, working on a continental shift pattern. You'll report directly to the Departmental Engineer and play a key role in maintaining, repairing, and improving our production equipment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conducting daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance inspections
• Responding promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime
• Reporting parts used to maintain adequate stock levels
• Investigating breakdown causes and proposing long‑term solutions
• Installing, modifying, and commissioning plant equipment (to regulations)
• Supporting apprentice training
• Occasionally covering call‑outs and working overtime when required

What We're Looking For

• Qualifications: C&G Part 3 or ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience: Time‑served apprenticeship
• Strong fault‑finding skills in hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings
• Hands‑on experience with motors, gearboxes, drives, and cranes
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a team

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a foundry environment
• Forklift, access equipment, or banksman certification
• Competence in operating lathes, milling machines, and grinders

What We Offer

• Holiday Entitlement: 23 days (15 standard + 8 statutory), increasing with service (pro‑rata in year 1)
• Pension Scheme: Auto‑enrolment with employer and employee contributions at 2%
• Life Insurance: 2× salary
• Bonuses:
  • Track & SFPB bonuses (based on output)
  • Christmas bonus

Join a team where your technical skills are valued, your contributions are recognised, and where there's real opportunity to make a difference.

Apply today to become part of our forward‑thinking maintenance team.