Routine Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Engineer in Chesterfield. The role involves performing maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs on machinery. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience or relevant apprenticeship qualifications. Excellent benefits package including competitive salary, holiday allowance, and training opportunities. Flexi hours, with some travel required.

Benefits

25 days holiday (plus 5 purchaseable days)

Annual bonus

Healthcare benefits

Access to company share scheme

Up to 7% pension

Laptop and phone, van

Enhanced maternity and paternity packages

Qualifications

• Experience or related engineering function (3 years) as a mechanic or fitter.
• Formal training in health & safety preferred.
• Must hold a full driving license for at least 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance of equipment and document properly.
• Inspect machines and identify mechanical issues.
• Complete minor machinery repairs and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical analysis

Preventative maintenance

Safety protocols

Education

C&G level 1 apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Tools

Telematics systems

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Company: Finning (UK) Ltd  Number of Openings: 1  Worker Type: Permanent

Position Overview: As a Preventative Maintenance Engineer, you will work in conjunction with the controller, to maximise the operational availability of equipment for the customer through timely and efficient routine and preventative maintenance servicing and machine inspections. Identifying possible issue’s which may impact availability as well as being tasked with carrying out minor repairs as requested. During this role you will be an ambassador for safety, by servicing the products in a manner which promotes safety for self and customer.

Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance Servicing: carry out routine servicing of equipment in line with manufacturers guidelines, taking routine oil samples (75%).
• Machine Inspection: carry out visual/mechanical analysis of machine condition, highlighting developing issues with systems and components including hydraulic, electrical, powertrain, mechanical (20%).
• Minor Repairs: complete minor repairs as identified during machine inspection, carry out installation of telematic systems, carry out undercarriage inspections (5%).
• Attend customer locations as advised by controller, liaise with service controller and customer at the outset and as work progresses.
• Ensure all work is carried out to high standards and equipment is safe before handing back to customer.
• Ensure equipment is serviced in line with manufacturers recommendations and that all associated paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner including recording customer signatures.

Requirements / Education & Experience

• Either direct experience (around 3 years) or working in a related engineering function (e.g., car mechanic, HGV fitter, Agricultural Engineer, former REME or experience on military vehicles such as recovery mechanic) or a formal apprenticeship qualification that includes at least C&G level 1.
• Formal training in health & safety desirable but not essential as further training will be given.
• For this field-based role, it is essential that all drivers have held a full driving licence for 2 years (eligibility subject to a full DVLA licence check).

Working Hours

Working Hours - 43hrs per week (flexi start and finish times). Working pattern Monday – Friday (one Saturday in 3, at overtime rate).

Location & Travel

*This is a field-based role.*

Benefits & Perks

• Salary £33,970
• 25 days holiday (purchase up to 5 extra days)
• Annual Bonus
• Annual Tool Allowance
• Healthcare benefits (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, and new child payments to support new parents)
• Access to company share scheme
• Up to 7% pension
• Life insurance
• Laptop and phone, van
• Industry leading CAT product training
• Overtime
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages, family-friendly policies, enhanced flexible working options
• Support from a team of 40 Mental Health first aiders and wellbeing solutions
• Opportunity to work with charity of choice and length of service & recognition awards

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

Finning is an equal opportunity employer. We prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We do not discriminate against applicants and are committed to reasonable accommodations/adjustments for individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. Finning is a forces-friendly employer having signed the Armed Forces Covenant.