Proactive Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Manufacturing (Days)

Simply Recruitment Group; Leyland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Recruitment Group in Leyland is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a permanent, dayshift position. You will perform proactive and reactive maintenance on manufacturing equipment to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires an NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, and experience diagnosing faults. Food manufacturing experience is advantageous, and you will work as part of a proactive engineering team to improve reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical machinery faults.
• Food manufacturing experience would be advantageous.
• Good mechanical knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• A systematic and methodical approach to maintenance.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and identify the root cause of equipment failures.
• Carry out efficient repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Identify and work with mechanical components, including motors and bearings.
• Complete risk assessments and work safely, including when working alone.
• Assist with predictive maintenance activities.
• Identify air leaks and carry out basic repairs.
• Support continuous improvements across the engineering function.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Simply Recruitment Group in Leyland is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a permanent, dayshift position. You will perform proactive and reactive maintenance on manufacturing equipment to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires an NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, and experience diagnosing faults. Food manufacturing experience is advantageous, and you will work as part of a proactive engineering team to improve reliability and safety.