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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Posted: 3 hours ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Knowsley, Merseyside

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Knowsley
Salary: Up to £45k depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time on site
Shift: On-call responsibilities apply

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a growing manufacturing facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled, hands-on mechanical engineer to join a developing production environment, where you will play an important role in maintaining plant reliability, reducing downtime and supporting continuous improvement.

The Role
As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a range of industrial production equipment and site services.

Your responsibilities will include:

  * Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance

  * Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out effective repairs.

  * Maintaining and repairing pumps, gearboxes, motors, agitators, valves and associated equipment.

  * Working on mechanical drives, bearings, seals and rotating equipment.

  * Maintenance and installation of industrial pipework and associated fittings.

  * Welding, fabrication and general mechanical fitting.

  * Working on industrial utilities including steam boilers and compressed-air systems.

  * Supporting equipment installation, modifications and improvement projects.

  * Identifying recurring equipment failures and recommending improvements.

  * Working alongside production teams to minimise equipment downtime.

  * Ensuring all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with site health, safety, quality and hygiene procedures.

About You

  * At least 3 years' experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably within an industrial, manufacturing, food, chemical or process environment.

  * Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

  * Experience maintaining pumps, gearboxes, motors, valves and rotating equipment.

  * Experience with welding, fabrication and industrial pipework.

  * Good knowledge of health & safety procedures and safe systems of work.

  * The ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team.

If you are interested in this position then please apply now

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