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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer | Birmingham
Salary: £52,000 + Overtime
Shifts: Continentals (Other shifts available – apply to discuss)
Are you a proactive engineer with a "right first time" mindset? Due to significant site expansion, a leading international manufacturing giant is looking for several Mechanical Maintenance Engineers to join their Birmingham-based team.
This is a high-impact role within a heavy industry environment where your expertise in CNC equipment, hydraulics, and pneumatics will directly contribute to the site's continued growth and efficiency.
The Role
Working within a culture of continuous improvement, you will be a key player in the development and upkeep of both new and established machinery. This is a varied, hands-on role based on the shop floor, encompassing preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform routine and non-routine maintenance across the plant and facilities.
* Maintain a wide range of mechanical equipment, including Manual Lathes, Millers, Planers, and Bar Peelers.
* Troubleshoot and repair complex Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
* Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving to drive long-term reliability.
* Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
* Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
What We Are Looking For
Essential:
* Qualifications: Minimum ONC or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
* Experience: Proven track record in maintaining machine tools (Manual or CNC).
* Environment: Experience in heavy industry (e.g., metal, presswork, or CNC manufacturing) is highly preferred.
* Technical Skills: Strong fault-finding abilities and hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
* Soft Skills: A dynamic team player with a proactive attitude toward preventative maintenance.
Desirable:
* Skilled in fitting, machining, and welding.
* Experience in gearbox disassembly and rebuilds.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to join a global leader that values innovation and invests in its people. Beyond a competitive base salary of £52,000, you will have access to overtime and the stability of working for a growing international business.
Note: The individual must be comfortable working in a physically demanding, heavy-industry environment that requires high attention to detail and strict safety compliance.
Apply Today
Demand for these positions is high, and interviews are being arranged immediately.
To apply, please click "Apply Now" or contact Clayton Cruise at Cruise Control Recruitment.
Cruise Control Recruitment – Global Partners in Engineering Talent Solutions.
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