Multi-Site Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Extension Recruitment; South Shields; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Extension Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a dual-site role at North Shields and South Shields, where you will support preventative and reactive maintenance to keep production lines running smoothly.

The role requires a track record in mechanical maintenance, strong fault-finding skills, and the ability to manage priorities across two sites. A full UK driving licence is essential for travelling between locations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Mechanical maintenance experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities across multiple sites.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive maintenance and fault finding to minimise downtime.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance activities across both sites.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical equipment faults.
• Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives.
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and in line with company standards.
• Travel between the North Shields and South Shields sites as required.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Mechanical maintenance

Independent worker

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Extension Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a dual-site role at North Shields and South Shields, where you will support preventative and reactive maintenance to keep production lines running smoothly.

The role requires a track record in mechanical maintenance, strong fault-finding skills, and the ability to manage priorities across two sites. A full UK driving licence is essential for travelling between locations.