Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
- menston, england, United Kingdom
- Job type not listed
- £38 - £47 Per Hour
Job Description
Overview
Location: Menston
Salary: £43,000
Shift: Days
We are recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business in Menston. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanical maintenance professional to join a stable site and play a key role in maintaining the reliability and efficiency of production equipment.
Responsibilities
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance across a busy manufacturing environment. You will be working on a range of mechanical production machinery and site equipment, diagnosing faults and ensuring equipment is maintained to a high standard. The role will involve mechanical fault finding, planned preventative maintenance, breakdown response and supporting continuous improvement across the site.
Non-Negotiable Requirements
- Completed a recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
- Strong mechanical maintenance experience within a manufacturing, industrial or automated environment.
- Experience with mechanical fault finding and maintenance of industrial machinery.
- Comfortable working a days-based shift pattern.
- Able to work independently and respond effectively to breakdowns.
Requirements
- Experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance.
- Strong mechanical fault-finding skills.
- Experience working with bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, pumps and other mechanical equipment.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance.
- Previous experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Desirable
- Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Experience with continuous improvement and root cause analysis.
- Additional electrical maintenance experience would be advantageous.