Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - NO WEEKENDS

Escape Recruitment Services; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Scotland to support continuous operations and improve production assets. The role involves planned and reactive maintenance of manual and CNC machinery, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Candidates should have maintenance experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and completed a recognised apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance in manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems is essential.
• Completion of a recognised apprenticeship is required.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and maintain manual and CNC machinery.
• Maintain site infrastructure and equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Support continuous improvement and site projects.

Skills

Maintenance experience in manufacturing environments

Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Team player with strong communication skills

Education

Recognised Apprenticeship completed

Tools

CNC controls (Siemens and Mazak)

Job description

Overview

Escape Recruitment are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support the continuous operation and improvement of my clients facilities and production assets. The role covers both planned and reactive maintenance, with additional involvement in project work. A mechanical bias is preferred, but versatility across multiple disciplines is essential.

Shift Pattern

• Monday to Thursday

• 4 x 12-hour shifts (rotating days/nights)

• No weekends

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and maintain manual and CNC machinery (diagnostics and corrective action).

• Maintain site infrastructure, plant, and equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Assist in developing and improving maintenance procedures.

• Interpret technical drawings and manuals; help identify and source components.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

• Support and train peers/apprentices when required.

• Take ownership of work quality, paperwork, and checklists.

• Contribute to continuous improvement and site projects.

Skills and Experience

• Maintenance experience in manufacturing environments.

• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Recognised Apprenticeship completed.

• Experience with CNC controls (Siemens and Mazak desirable).

• Team player with strong communication skills.

• Exposure to lean manufacturing techniques preferred.