Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer sought by a recycling facility in Runcorn. This subsidiary of an international, £multibillion turnover plastics manufacturer is focused on growing the circular economy and they see innovation within PVC recycling as pivotal to their global sustainability strategy.

This is a permanent role on weekly rotating shifts, 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm, known formally within the business as Mechanical Engineer. However, you will be working days during your probationary period. Shifts and shift allowance will apply after completion of probation.

The Role:
As Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of all plant machinery, via proactive and reactive maintenance. Key responsibilities include:

• Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment
• Respond to breakdowns and conduct reactive repairs to restore equipment to full working order promptly
• Diagnose mechanical faults using root cause analysis and fault-finding techniques
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble mechanical components (gears, pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, etc.)
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, maintenance manuals, and engineering documentation
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including logs of work done, parts used, and downtime
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime, improve reliability, and lower maintenance costs
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, risk assessments, and equipment isolation procedures

The successful Mechanical Maintenance Engineers will demonstrate:
• Apprenticeship or Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification e.g. NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level 3, C&G Level 3, HNC / HND
• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer / Mechanical Maintenance Technician, ideally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical bias with good hands-on skills
• Experience in fault-finding and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Experience with rotating machinery (motors, pumps, gearboxes)
• Competent use of workshop machines and hand tools
• Good understanding of preventative maintenance methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:
• £41,000 - £46,000 depending on experience, including shift allowance (after probation)
• £60 per month attendance bonus
• £50 per month production target bonus
• Overtime at 1.5x – typically 1 Saturday per month
• 32 days holidays including bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 2 years’ service
• Time off in lieu
• Pension scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Health & wellbeing
• Annual Occupational Health screenings
• Option to buy and sell holiday
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Long service awards
• Company rewards platform
• Employee assistance programme
• Internal training academy
• Access to external training and supported education
• Social culture and events

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Runcorn, Cheshire

£41,000 - £46,000 depending on experience

Maintenance Technician | Plant Maintenance | Mechanical Technician | Mechanical Bias | Multiskilled Maintenance | Multi Skilled Maintenance