Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Bridgnorth Aluminium Ltd; Eardington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgnorth Aluminium Ltd. is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support the safe, reliable operation of plant and equipment. You will perform planned preventative and corrective maintenance, diagnose faults, and contribute to improvements across the site.

Applicants should have strong mechanical engineering background in industrial maintenance and a solid understanding of hydraulic systems. Expect 12-hour shifts on a 4-on/4-off cycle, with day and night rotas and shift allowances

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance within manufacturing.
• Ability to diagnose faults and repair mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative and corrective maintenance on site machinery, including pumps, motors, conveyors, compressors, valves, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose mechanical faults, inspect equipment for wear or defects, and carry out repairs, testing and performance checks.
• Install, align and commission mechanical equipment using drawings, manuals and specs.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergency maintenance requirements to restore equipment safely.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and service documentation with hand tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Support plant shutdowns, maintenance projects, equipment upgrades and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Industrial maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Fitting & machining

Fault diagnosis

Precision measurement

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer? Do you have experience using hydraulic systems?

Here at Bridgenorth Aluminum, we are looking to expand our Mechanical Engineering Team. As Mechanical engineer you will support the safe, reliable and efficient operation of plant and equipment across the site by carrying out planned preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and breakdown repairs. The role is responsible for diagnosing faults, repairing mechanical equipment, supporting maintenance projects and contributing to continuous improvement activities to maximise equipment reliability, performance and availability.

Key Responsibilities

• * Perform planned preventative and corrective maintenance on site machinery, including pumps, motors, conveyors, compressors, valves, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• * Diagnose mechanical faults, inspect equipment for wear or defects, and carry out repairs, testing and performance checks.
• * Install, assemble, align and commission mechanical equipment using engineering drawings, manuals, specifications and schematics.
• * Respond to breakdowns and emergency maintenance requirements, ensuring equipment is restored safely and efficiently.
• * Maintain accurate maintenance records and service documentation, while safely using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring equipment.
• * Support plant shutdowns, maintenance projects, equipment upgrades and continuous improvement

Key Skills

• * Strong grounding in mechanical engineering gained through industrial maintenance experience.
• * Experience of mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• * Knowledge of fitting, welding, machining, fabrication, installation and maintenance techniques.
• * Knowledge of precision measurement equipment and instrumentation.
• * Understanding of hydraulic systems.

Working Hours

4 on / 4 off (2 Days / 2 Nights - 12 hour shifts. 6am-6pm / 6pm-6am)

Mon - Fri (42 hours - 8am - 4:30pm)

Shift allowance only applicable for 4 on / 4 off shift.

Let's shape the future of British manufacturing together!

Why Choose Bridgnorth Aluminium

Bridgnorth Aluminium is an aluminium rolling company with a strong commitment to excellence in manufacturing high quality products. We believe in building the future together. At Bridgnorth Aluminium, your skills, ideas, and passion will help us drive innovation and deliver excellence across the industry