Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer for Heavy Plant

Michael Page; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Peterborough area

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Multi Skilled Engineer for a permanent role in the Peterborough area. You will perform planned maintenance, respond to breakdowns, and improve plant reliability while maintaining high health and safety standards.

The role requires strong mechanical and fault-finding skills with CMMS experience and welding knowledge. You will work with operations and maintenance teams, supervise contractors, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in heavy industrial environments.
• Strong mechanical maintenance and fault-finding skills.
• Electrical maintenance knowledge advantageous.
• Ideally certified in PPE and safety (PUWER, Working at Height) and welding qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance in line with the CMMS system.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and perform corrective maintenance safely.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately in the CMMS.
• Monitor critical spare parts and support stock control requirements.
• Suggest and implement plant and process improvements.
• Support audits and RAMS compliance.
• Supervise contractors and ensure adherence to site safety procedures.
• Collaborate with operations to improve reliability and performance.
• Promote and maintain health, safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Fault finding

Problem solving

Communication

Organisation / Time management

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS system

Fabrication tools

Welding equipment (Oxy/MIG/TIG)

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Multi Skilled Engineer for a permanent role in the Peterborough area. You will perform planned maintenance, respond to breakdowns, and improve plant reliability while maintaining high health and safety standards.

The role requires strong mechanical and fault-finding skills with CMMS experience and welding knowledge. You will work with operations and maintenance teams, supervise contractors, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.