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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Posted: 20 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 43,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Dukinfield, Borough of Tameside

Expire in: 8 days

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical / Multiskilled Engineer (Chemical Manufacturing)

Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester
Salary: £40,000+
Hours: Monday to Friday + Overtime available

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical / Multiskilled Engineer to join our maintenance team at our site in Tameside within a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of production equipment, with a strong focus on mixing, batching, and pumping systems.

Key Responsibilities

  * Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on a wide range of process and plant equipment

  * Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across mixing, batching, and pumping systems

  * Maintain and troubleshoot:

      * Industrial mixers and agitators

      * Batch processing systems

      * Pumps (gear, diaphragm, centrifugal, etc.)

      * Valves, pipework, and associated process equipment

  * Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime

  * Work closely with production teams to minimise disruption and optimise plant performance

  * Ensure all maintenance activities comply with site safety standards and relevant regulations (e.g., COSHH, ATEX where applicable)

  * Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new equipment

  * Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

  * Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions

Skills & Experience Required

  * Proven experience working in a chemical or process manufacturing environment (adhesives, coatings, resins, or similar preferred)

  * Strong hands-on experience with:

      * Mixing and blending equipment

      * Batch processing systems

      * Industrial pumping systems and fluid handling

  * Mechanical fault finding and repair expertise

  * Basic electrical fault-finding skills (desirable for multiskilled engineers)

  * Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning

  * Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards in a hazardous environment

Qualifications

  * HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification/experience) – essential

  * Apprenticeship in Engineering (preferred)

  * Relevant certifications in health & safety or hazardous area working (advantageous)

Personal Attributes

  * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

  * Proactive and self-motivated approach

  * Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  * Good communication skills across engineering and production teams

  * Flexible and adaptable to changing production demands

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