Senior Maintenance Engineer (Manager Designate)

Evera Recruitment Ltd; Darlaston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a motivated Senior Maintenance Engineer (Manager Designate) to enhance the maintenance and reliability of production equipment in a modern manufacturing environment. You will engage in preventative and reactive maintenance, support planning and scheduling, and help in identifying machinery breakdowns. Seeking someone with a qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and practical industrial maintenance experience, particularly in the automotive sector. Join us to make an impact in the automotive and EV innovation field.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in engineering (HNC/HND or degree).
• Practical experience in industrial maintenance, preferably automotive.
• Ability to work with mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventative and reactive maintenance on machinery.
• Support maintenance planning, scheduling, and documentation.
• Help identify root causes of machinery breakdowns.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Problem-solving

IT literacy

Education

Qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Senior Maintenance Engineer (Manager Designate) to support the effective maintenance and reliability of production equipment and facilities. This hands‑on role offers structured training and development in preventative and reactive maintenance, process improvement, and planned maintenance systems, giving you the technical skills to excel in a modern manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventative and reactive maintenance on machinery, utilities, and site facilities.
• Support maintenance planning, scheduling, and documentation within the maintenance system.
• Help identify root causes of breakdowns and assist with long‑term corrective actions.
• Work with production and engineering teams to minimise downtime and improve performance.
• Participate in installation, commissioning, and improvement of new or modified equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards during all activities.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (apprenticeship, HNC / HND, or degree).
• Practical experience in industrial maintenance, ideally automotive.
• Strong technical ability with a hands‑on approach and problem‑solving mindset.
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, fault finding, and preventative maintenance.
• Good IT literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and awareness of health & safety practices.
• Self‑motivated, organised, and eager to develop into a leadership role.

Join a company at the forefront of automotive and EV innovation, where your technical skills and ambition will make a real impact. If you’re eager to learn and grow, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career.