Permanent

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Manpower UK
Dudley, DY1 4AN
money-bag Up to £38000.00 per annum
Posted: 15 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 13 September 2026
Ref: BBBH445674

About the Role

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Nights) | Dudley | Up to £38,000 per annum | Permanent This permanent role with Manpower UK places a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer at the heart of a heavy engineering manufacturer in Dudley, specialising in casting and engineering processes. Working a Monday-to-Thursday night shift pattern starting at 5:00pm, you will undertake planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on critical production machinery. A £58 weekly shift allowance supplements the base salary, with overtime available at £20 per hour and £33.65 on Sundays. The position demands solid mechanical fault-finding skills and a background in heavy industry. Offering long-term stability and generous earning potential, this vacancy suits engineers seeking a structured night role within a substantial manufacturing operation.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Nights) | West Midlands | £35,000 + Shift Allowance + Overtime


Monday to Thursday | 5:00pm Start
40 Hours Per Week
£58 Per Week Night Shift Allowance
Overtime: £20/hour | Sundays: £33.65/hour
Permanent Position

The Opportunity


We''re recruiting on behalf of a well-established heavy engineering manufacturer operating within the casting and engineering sector.
As part of continued investment and growth, the company is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join its dedicated night shift maintenance team.
This position offers excellent stability, strong overtime opportunities and the chance to play a key role in maintaining critical manufacturing equipment across the site.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities
  • Diagnose and repair faults on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems
  • Maintain gearboxes, bearings, cylinders, valves, pumps and rotating equipment
  • Perform welding, cutting, grinding and general fabrication work
  • Support TPM and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Minimise equipment downtime and improve plant performance
  • Support reliability and operational improvement projects

Why Join£

  • £35,000 basic salary
  • Additional £58 per week night shift allowance
  • Overtime paid at £20/hour
  • Sunday overtime paid at £33.65/hour
  • Four-day working week
  • Permanent night shift
  • Stable manufacturing business with a strong future pipeline
  • Significant investment in engineering and new equipment
  • Excellent overtime earning potential
  • Secure long-term career opportunity

What We''re Looking For


Candidates will ideally come from foundry, steel, heavy engineering, quarrying, aggregates, recycling, process manufacturing or similar industrial sectors.
You''ll ideally have experience with:

  • Hydraulic systems
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Bearings and rotating equipment
  • Gearboxes and mechanical drives
  • Pumps and conveyors
  • Welding and fabrication work


You''ll also possess:

  • Strong fault-finding skills
  • Experience carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance
  • Basic electrical fault-finding ability
  • A proactive approach to health and safety
  • Excellent problem-solving skills


Foundry experience is advantageous but not essential.
Please note: This role is based within a heavy industrial manufacturing environment involving heat, dust, noise and large-scale machinery.

Apply Today


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Client details will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.

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