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Maintenance Engineer
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: SN12, Melksham, Wiltshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanical Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team, reporting to the Engineering Shift Leader. Working within a small, collaborative team, you will be responsible for delivering preventative and reactive maintenance to ensure the smooth operation of production facilities. This role offers a 3-shift rotating system (Monday–Friday with an early finish on Fridays) and the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities
* Perform preventative maintenance (PMIs) and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems and production equipment.
* Conduct fault finding and diagnostics on hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, using schematic drawings.
* Apply fabrication and machining skills to repair and maintain equipment.
* Carry out safety checks on moving machinery to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
* Execute tool changes and PMIs (fork truck driver certification is advantageous).
* Maintain facility services and equipment, including boilers, compressors, pumps, air handling units, and extraction fans.
* Support small installation projects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
* Assist the Electrical Team with maintenance tasks as required.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in plant maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
* Strong fault-finding skills on hydraulic and pneumatic systems, with the ability to interpret schematic drawings.
* Proven fabrication and machining skills for equipment repairs.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively within a team.
* Willingness to undertake training to enhance skills and meet business needs.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, shift-based environment.
Qualifications
* Relevant mechanical engineering qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering).
* Fork truck driver certification is desirable but not essentialBefore You Apply
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