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Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Aqumen RecruitmentSheffield, England, United Kingdom
25 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Title : Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location : Hellaby

Shifts : Days and nights rotating

Salary : GBP48,000 / GBP50,000

Contract Type : Permanent / Full-Time

Overview :

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing client seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and skilled engineer with a strong mechanical background, capable of working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Perform mechanical repairs on a wide range of production machinery including plastic moulding machines, grinders, heat treatment furnaces, and assembly lines.
  • Conduct fault finding and breakdown diagnostics across various plant equipment.
  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with site schedules.
  • Install, maintain, and commission plant and machinery.
  • Work from detailed machine and schematic drawings, particularly pneumatic systems.
  • Carry out fabrication and sheet metal work as required.
  • Perform welding and brazing tasks to support maintenance needs.
  • Maintain production equipment to the required company standards.
  • Operate and work with precision tools such as micrometres, Verniers, and slip gauges.
  • Support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Adhere to all health and safety procedures, using appropriate PPE and reporting any non-conformances.

Desirable (but not essential) :

  • Basic electrical fault finding ability would be advantageous.

    • Skills & Attributes :

  • Strong problem-solving skills and a calm, methodical approach to fault resolution.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions.
  • Effective communicator and strong team player with the ability to work independently.
  • Organised, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Proactive attitude towards learning and process improvement.

    • Working Conditions :

  • PPE must be worn at all times.
  • Exposure to oily components and continuous artificial lighting.
  • Physically demanding candidates must be comfortable with lifting and being on their feet for extended periods.
  • Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant working environment.

    • Qualifications Mechanical (Required) :

  • Recognised qualifications in Maths, English, and Science (GCSE Grade C or above).
  • Completed apprenticeship in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
  • Ideally qualified to HNC level in Mechanical Engineering (not essential).
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in a production or industrial setting.

    • Personal Qualities :

  • Self-motivated with a can-do attitude.
  • Eager to learn and continuously improve.
  • Works well in a team and communicates effectively.
  • Able to take direction and act responsibly.

    • Please apply for this role with an up to date CV.

    Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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