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Maintenance Engineer

Job description

Mechanical Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrically Biased)
Location:Northamptonshire
Shift: Monday to Thursday Nights (6pm - 2.30am / 6pm - midnight
Sector: Manufacturing
Salary: £49,500 - £52,000 plus benefits

Are you a highly skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and have the expertise to ensure smooth, efficient operations? We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Mechanical Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team, working on a Monday to Thursday night shift.

Key Responsibilities:
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a wide range of machinery and equipment across the manufacturing site.
Respond to reactive maintenance requests, diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults quickly and efficiently.
Perform repairs, upgrades, and modifications to plant machinery, ensuring minimal downtime and high standards of workmanship.
Work to improve reliability and performance of all equipment, identifying opportunities for process improvements.
Ensure health and safety standards are adhered to at all times, taking necessary precautions and reporting any hazards or potential risks.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
Support the team with breakdown analysis, root cause investigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Experience:
Mechanical Engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent) with an electrical bias.
Proven experience in reactive and planned maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Solid understanding of mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and gearboxes, along with electrical fault-finding (PLC, motor control, wiring, etc.).
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
Flexible, proactive, and safety-conscious approach to maintenance tasks.
Good communication skills and the ability to interact with other departments effectively.
Previous experience in a similar role is essential.

Opportunity to work with a dynamic, supportive team in a growing manufacturing environment.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a forward-thinking company committed to operational excellence. If you are passionate about maintenance and ready to take on a key role in our engineering team, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply: Please submit your CV ......................