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A major steel company in Wednesbury are seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join the Laser Maintenance Department.
Annual Salary: £32,000 to £34,000
Weekly Hours: 7am to 3.30pm
You will be responsible for the mechanical and electrical maintenance of tube laser cutting machines and associated processes. This includes reactive and preventative maintenance, creating documentation, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring minimal disruption to production operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Respond to and resolve mechanical and electrical breakdowns efficiently
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks according to the maintenance schedule
Diagnose and repair faults on tube laser cutting machinery and related equipment
Log all maintenance activities using the internal maintenance management system
Create and update Safe Working Methods (SWMs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Liaise with external suppliers for servicing, parts, and technical support
Take ownership of critical spare parts stock and ensure inventory is maintained
Maintain high standards of workmanship and safety across all tasks
Communicate clearly with production teams and managers to minimize downtime
Support improvement and maintenance projects within the Laser department and across the factory
Report issues or concerns to the Plant Manager and Laser Production Manager
Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company rules
Participate in planned and reactive overtime as required
Qualifications & Experience:
City & Guilds, BTEC, or Time-Served Qualification in an engineering discipline
Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
Understanding of electrical/electronic circuits and systems
Experience using PC-based maintenance and machine control systems
Background in a manufacturing environment, ideally working with precision machineryDesirable:
Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Knowledge of tube laser cutting equipment or value-added manufacturing processesWhy Join Us:
Be part of a highly skilled and supportive engineering team
Gain hands-on experience with advanced laser cutting machinery
Access full training during your probation and additional job-specific training thereafter
Work in a stable and growing company that values quality, innovation, and teamwork
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