Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer
Birmingham | Permanent | Shift Work (rota provided 1 year in advance)

Our client, a leading international manufacturer, is currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their site in Birmingham at a time of huge growth for the business.



As a Maintenance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of manufacturing processes.

This includes carrying out routine inspections, liaising closely with production teams, maintaining equipment to the highest standards, and performing both mechanical and electrical maintenance activities.

Responsibilities of the Maintenance Engineer

- Carrying out both mechanical and electrical maintenance activities.
- Carry out routine daily preventative maintenance checks
- Work alongside the Production Team Leaders, Shift Technicians and Operators, reporting findings to your Departmental Team Leader
- Take responsibility for any specific area as required to understand its operation and fully understand the maintenance requirements and safe systems of work for that area
- Ensure that all tasks are accompanied by the relevant supporting documentation (work orders, risk assessments, etc)
- Carry out all non-planned and planned maintenance tasks promptly
- Be a front-line point of communication for Production Team Leaders, Shift Technicians and Operators during maintenance activities
- Be actively involved in projects of improvement, extension or modification of equipment to optimise efficiency, reliability and safety

Candidate Profile

- HND/HNC Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Essential)
- Strong Mechanical and Electrical experience
- Previous experience in heavy industry and manufacturing
- Knowledge of Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Mechanical systems
- Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques.
- Attention to detail with the ability to analyse problems and take action on solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to self-organise, prioritise work and adhere to deadlines.

On top of a competitive base salary, you will also be eligible to earn a company bonus, overtime, an enhanced company pension, holiday allowance including 3 x 18 consecutive days off, and other benefits, including full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen).

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Thank you.

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