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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Posted: 10 hours ago

Salary: £ 53,033 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hartlepool, County Durham

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Hartlepool, County Durham
Salary: £45,907 basic + £7,126.59 shift allowance
Overtime rates: 1.5x (Mon–Sat) and 2x (Sundays/Bank Holidays)
Benefits:
  * Pension: 4.5% employer / 4.5% employee contributions
  * Life assurance: 4× basic salary
  * 20 days annual holiday (rising by 1 day per year to 25 days after 5 years)
  * Contractual weekend work: 1 in 4 weekends (paid accordingly)
  * 6-month probation period with reviews at 3 and 6 months
  * Opportunities for progression within a large international group
Working Hours:
3-shift rotation (Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours per week):
  * 06:00–14:00 (Mon–Thu) / 06:00–11:30 (Fri)
  * 14:00–22:00 (Mon–Thu) / 11:30–17:00 (Fri)
  * 22:00–06:00 (Mon–Thu) / 17:00–22:30 (Fri)
    Plus 1 weekend in 4: Sat & Sun 06:00–14:00 (13 weekends per year)
Job Description:
Working within the Engineering Maintenance team, you will ensure that production equipment operates effectively and efficiently. This includes planned and preventative maintenance, fault finding, and supporting installation projects. You will also take responsibility for machine performance during your shift and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
  * Ensure safety of self and others at all times
  * Respond to breakdowns and carry out planned maintenance
  * Act as the shift engineer responsible for equipment performance
  * Diagnose and repair mechanical faults efficiently
  * Log maintenance activity and parts usage in the Maximo system
  * Support equipment installations and contractor supervision
  * Participate in the on-site fire team and call-out rota
  * Comply with all company policies and safety standards
Skills & Experience:
  * ONC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
  * Minimum 5 years’ experience in production maintenance
  * Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  * Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics
  * Knowledge of steam and compressed air systems advantageous
  * Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
  * Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  * Self-motivated and organised approach
Why Should You Apply?
  * Competitive pay and excellent benefits
  * Structured career development and training opportunities
  * Work for a global, sustainability-focused company
  * Join a supportive, safety-driven engineering team
  * Great shift pattern with overtime opportunities
The Company:
Our client is a leading international packaging manufacturer known for innovation, sustainability, and investment in people. They are passionate about delivering high-quality products and maintaining a safe, efficient, and collaborative working environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to employee development and continuous improvement

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