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Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 39,000 - 42,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

Our client is a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. Due to continued investment and growth, they are looking to recruit a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their night shift engineering team.

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of manufacturing equipment through both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown support. Working as part of the night shift engineering team, you will play a key role in minimising downtime, improving equipment efficiency, and supporting continuous production operations.

The Responsibilities

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities in line with maintenance schedules.
Respond promptly to mechanical breakdowns and equipment failures to minimise production downtime.
Diagnose and fault-find on a wide range of manufacturing machinery and plant equipment.
Conduct repairs, modifications, and improvements to mechanical systems.
Complete maintenance documentation and update CMMS records accurately.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with company health and safety procedures.
Liaise effectively with production teams and other engineering personnel to ensure efficient operation of the site.
Assist with machine installations, commissioning, and project work as required.
Identify root causes of recurring faults and implement corrective actions.
The Requirements

Time-served Mechanical Engineer with a recognised engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent).
Previous experience working within a manufacturing, production, FMCG, packaging, food, chemical, automotive, or heavy industrial environment.
Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills.
Experience working on conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and associated production equipment.
Ability to work independently and make effective decisions under pressure.
Good communication and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations within a manufacturing environment

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