Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in St Neots

Energy Jobline CVL; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy job board is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to enhance operational efficiency in a fast-paced production environment. The position requires a recognized mechanical apprenticeship and experience in a factory setting. With a salary of £44,000 per annum and perks such as an outstanding pension scheme, tool allowance, and 30 days holiday, this role promises an enriching work experience.

Benefits

Outstanding pension scheme

Annual tool allowance

30 days holiday plus additional days

Life assurance

Company sick pay scheme

Onsite free parking

Childcare vouchers

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical apprenticeship (City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent).
• Strong experience working on production and process equipment.
• Solid mechanical diagnostic and fault‑finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality mechanical maintenance across production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical breakdowns quickly and effectively.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance to minimise downtime.

Skills

Mechanical apprenticeship

Experience in factory environment

Mechanical diagnostic skills

Machining skills

Welding skills

Knowledge of maintenance systems

Education

City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent

Tools

Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

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 Engineer – Day Shift

Fed up with feeling like the “breakdown firefighter”? Ready for a role where you can actually get ahead of the maintenance curve and make a real impact? This Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role gives you the chance to take ownership of a modern, fast‑paced production environment where reliability, safety, and continuous improvement are genuinely valued. You’ll be part of a highly skilled maintenance team, keeping critical equipment running smoothly and ensuring the site hits its performance targets every single day.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality mechanical maintenance across production equipment to consistently meet factory performance targets
• Carry out mechanical setup, changeovers, and production support
• Diagnose and repair mechanical breakdowns quickly and effectively
• Perform planned preventive maintenance to minimise downtime
• Support with fabrication, machining, and installation of plant and machinery
• Respond to first-line issues across boilers, chillers, air compressors, and wider site utilities
• Work safely at all times, following site standards and contributing to a strong safety culture
• Use stores systems and Maintenance Management Systems accurately
• Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives across the site
• Provide occasional support to electrical tasks when required (within competency)

Skills and Experience

• Recognised mechanical apprenticeship (City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent)
• Strong experience working on production and process equipment in a factory environment
• Solid mechanical diagnostic and fault‑finding skills
• Machining and/or welding skills
• Experience with boilers, chillers, compressors, and utility systems
• Good understanding of planned and reactive maintenance in a fast‑moving environment
• Computer literacy for stores systems and Maintenance Management Systems
• Water treatment and boiler testing experience (desirable)
• Electrical competency beneficial but not essential

Pay and Benefits

• Salary: £44,000 per annum, plus overtime
• £500 increase at 6 months based on performance
• £500 increase at 12 months based on performance
• Outstanding pension scheme – you contribute 4%, the company contributes 10%
• Annual tool allowance (£263)
• 5 hours per week: Monday–Friday, 07:00–15:30 or 08:00–16:30
• 30 days holiday per year plus 10 additional Fridays off per month (April–October)
• Life assurance (4x average salary)
• Company sick pay scheme
• Onsite free parking
• Access to buyable benefits such as dental and medical cover
• Childcare vouchers

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