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An opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established company specialist in cold roll forming. This full-time role offers excellent benefits and a salary around £36,200.

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for performing reactive maintenance on a variety of mechanical machinery across the site.

You will be responsible for:

Supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations within a structured team environment.
Conducting troubleshooting and implementing preventative measures to reduce downtime.
Completing scheduled maintenance and ensuring records are accurately maintained.
Investigating faults, carrying out necessary repairs, and updating the maintenance system.
Liaising with production managers and team leaders to provide updates on maintenance progress.

What we are looking for:

Previously worked as a Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Technician or in a similar role.
Time-served Mechanical Engineer with experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in planned maintenance and knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
City and Guilds Part 1 and 2 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
Strong fitting skills with the ability to weld, fabricate, and diagnose hydraulic and pneumatic issues.
Right to work in the UK.

Shifts:

Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
Friday: 7:30am - 12:30pm

What’s on offer:

Company pension
Health cash plan
Life assurance
33 days holiday
Discounted gym membership
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee assistance programme

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.

Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

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