Weekend Mechanical Engineer – PPM & CAPEX Projects

Scantec; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Scantec Recruitment is partnering with a leading FMCG manufacturer near Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit a Mechanically Biased Maintenance Engineer for the weekend engineering team.

The role focuses on planned maintenance and project work, with a small, close-knit team supporting site operations. It is predominantly mechanical with some basic electrical fault-finding, ensuring safety and high standards across production lines.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Holds a mechanical engineering qualification (NVQ 3, HNC or HND).
• Experience with planned maintenance and CAPEX projects.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement line and process improvements.
• Plan and carry out preventative maintenance activities.
• Support CAPEX projects from planning through to implementation.
• Carry out mechanical fault finding, repair and replacement.
• Carry out fabrication work (Welding, Milling and Turning).
• Maintain safe, tidy working environment and quality controls.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Preventive maintenance

Project work

Safety awareness

Electrical fault-finding (basic)

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

HNC

HND

Tools

Welding

Milling

Turning

Job description

Scantec Recruitment is partnering with a leading FMCG manufacturer near Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit a Mechanically Biased Maintenance Engineer for the weekend engineering team.

The role focuses on planned maintenance and project work, with a small, close-knit team supporting site operations. It is predominantly mechanical with some basic electrical fault-finding, ensuring safety and high standards across production lines.