Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

SOUTH WEST RECRUITMENT; West Tilbury; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruiting firm seeks a Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a national recycling facility in West Tilbury. This hands-on role involves ensuring the plant operates efficiently and safely, with responsibilities including planned maintenance, diagnosing faults, and working collaboratively with an engineering team. Candidates should have a strong background in mechanical and electrical maintenance within industrial settings. Competitive salary between £48,000 to £52,000, with benefits including pension and 33 days of holiday.

Benefits

Pension

33 days holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in a multi-skilled maintenance role.
• Strong understanding of automated machinery.
• Ability to diagnose electrical and mechanical faults.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on plant machinery.
• Attend breakdowns and repair conveyors and sorting machines.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment faults.

Skills

Proven experience in multi-skilled maintenance

Understanding of conveyor systems

Fault-finding on electrical systems

Fault-finding on mechanical systems

Ability to read technical drawings

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Engineer

to join a close-knit engineering team at a national recycling facility.

You’ll play a key role in keeping the plant running safely and efficiently, ensuring minimal downtime across a range of mechanical and electrical systems.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast‑paced industrial environment and enjoys working as part of a supportive, collaborative team.

You can be biased towards either Mechanical or Electrical maintenance but have a good understanding of both.

Working within the engineering team you will need to be comfortable with your mechanical and electrical skills to undertake working alone from time to time.

The plant is currently undergoing investment and expansion.

Continental Shifts, 6am to 6pm & 6pm to 6am (2on, 3off, 2on, 2off, 3on)

48,000 to £52,000 per annum (including shift allowance), Pension, 33 days holiday.

Role and Responsibilities of a Maintenance Engineer

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on plant machinery and equipment.

Attend breakdowns and carry out effective repairs on conveyors, vibrating screens, and automated sorting machines used in the glass recycling process.

Diagnose and resolve both electrical and mechanical faults, ensuring safe and reliable operation of plant equipment.

Assist with equipment improvements, modifications, and upgrades to enhance performance and reliability.

Support external contractors during scheduled 12‑hour shutdowns (every two weeks), when major repairs and overhauls take place.

Work closely with fellow engineers and production teams to maintain a smooth and efficient operation.

Qualifications Required :

Proven experience in a multi‑skilled maintenance role within a recycling, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment.

Strong understanding of conveyor systems, motors, sensors, and automated machinery.

Confident with fault‑finding on both electrical and mechanical systems.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

If you are interested, please submit an up to date CV and also feel free to give us a call and ask for Alan.

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer • West Tilbury, gb