Maintenance Engineer

A leading UK manufacturer in the Kidderminster area are looking for two Multiskilled Maintenance Engineers to join their team on a flexible days based working pattern

The ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Engineer with a strong technical background within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Operating in a fast-paced environment, you will report to the Maintenance Manager and provide planned, preventative maintenance expertise along with responses to reactive breakdowns

This is a fantastic opportunity with an industry leading company

Role: Maintenance Engineer
Location: Kidderminster
Salary: Circa £39,500 (£19ph) good OTE opportunities
Shift: Flexible days (40 hour work week)
 
The key responsibilities of the Maintenance Engineer role will be:

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Carry out routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Diagnose issues and troubleshoot equipment faults to determine required repairs.
• Service and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Preventive Maintenance Program (PPM)

• Execute scheduled PPM tasks for all manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Track equipment performance and condition to predict and prevent potential failures.

Installation & Commissioning

• Support the installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment.
• Ensure all installations comply with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements to strengthen the PPM and boost equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Seek opportunities to enhance equipment safety, performance, and uptime.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Apply corrective actions to eliminate root causes and prevent repeated issues.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all maintenance work adheres to safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance tasks, including work orders, logs, and equipment history.

Technical Support

• Provide technical assistance to the production team to minimise downtime and maintain efficient operations.
• Train production staff on correct equipment use and basic maintenance practices.
• Perform tool setting for all equipment on-site.

Inventory Management

• Record spare parts usage to maintain accurate inventory levels.

The key requirements of the Maintenance Engineer will be:

• Proven competence in electrical system installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Mechanical or electrical bias with solid hands-on engineering experience.
• Fully apprentice-trained, time-served engineer (or equivalent qualification).
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, PLC control, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
• Experience using CMMS platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A clear commitment to safety, compliance, and best practice.

Please apply online or contact kieran.brookes@technical-network.co.uk for a confidential conversation
 
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