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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Kirkcaldy, Fife

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Job Description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Fife, Scotland
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Recruitment Agency Partnering with a Leading Food Manufacturer

We are proud to be working in partnership with a forward-thinking and positive food manufacturing business based in Fife to recruit a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its employees, promotes a supportive working environment, and is committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

The Role

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving production machinery within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with a hands-on element of mechanical fitting and installation work.

Key duties include:

  * Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)

  * Diagnosing faults and responding to breakdowns efficiently

  * Performing mechanical fitting, installation, and modification work on equipment

  * Aligning, assembling, and replacing mechanical components

  * Minimising downtime and supporting production targets

  * Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

  * Working closely with engineering and production teams

  * Ensuring compliance with health & safety and food safety standards

Requirements

  * Proven experience in a mechanical maintenance and/or fitting role within manufacturing (food industry experience is advantageous)

  * Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

  * Practical experience with mechanical fitting, installation, and assembly

  * Knowledge of conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatics

  * A proactive and team-focused approach

  * Relevant engineering qualification (apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

What’s on Offer

  * Opportunity to join a well-established and growing food manufacturer

  * Supportive and positive working environment

  * Competitive salary and benefits package

  * Ongoing training and career development opportunities

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If you are a motivated Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with fitting experience looking for a new opportunity within a reputable and progressive business, we encourage you to apply today or contact our recruitment team for a confidential discussion

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