Role: Maintenance Engineer
Salary: To be discussed on application
Location: Warwick
Permanent
Working hours: Mon-Thurs 08:00-16:30, Fridays 08:00-14:00 (day shift only)
Role Summary
We are recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to support a hose assembly manufacturing operation in Warwick. This is a hands-on engineering position focused on improving equipment reliability, safety and efficiency while providing effective day-to-day technical support to production.
The Maintenance Engineer will also support new equipment installations, commissioning, validation and start-up, alongside the development and improvement of automated manufacturing processes.
Role & Responsibilities of the Maintenance Engineer
- Provide day-to-day maintenance and technical support across manufacturing operations.
- Diagnose plant and machinery faults, implementing effective corrective actions.
- Maintain preventive and predictive maintenance plans to improve equipment reliability.
- Analyse downtime trends to reduce breakdowns and repeat failures.
- Ensure maintenance activities and equipment modifications meet HSE, Quality and regulatory requirements.
- Support the installation, commissioning and start-up of new equipment and automation systems.
- Support automation improvements involving PLCs, HMIs, sensors, robotics, vision systems and automated testing equipment.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records through EAM and Gensuite.
- Support continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen, problem-solving, 5S and LPA.
- Coordinate contractors and suppliers for equipment repairs, upgrades and technical support.
- Support maintenance cost control and spare parts optimisation.
- Train technicians and operators in equipment operation and basic fault finding.
- Work closely with production teams to prioritise maintenance activities and minimise disruption.
Requirements of the Maintenance Engineer
- NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent technical qualification.
- Time-served Mechanical and/or Electrical background preferred.
- Experience within plant and equipment automation.
- Maintenance experience within medium to high-volume manufacturing.
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across plant and machinery.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement and analytical techniques.
Knowledge of H&S, CA/CE legislation and PUWER.
- Hands-on, safety-focused approach with strong ownership.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities within a production environment.
- Computer literate with Microsoft Office and PPM database experience.
- Full driving licence.
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Maintenance Engineer in Warwick employer: Apex Resource Management Ltd
Join a well-established engineering manufacturer in Long Eaton, where we prioritise employee growth and development. With competitive pay rates starting at £17.78 per hour and a supportive work culture that values teamwork and innovation, you will find meaningful opportunities to advance your skills in a dynamic environment. Our rotating shift pattern allows for flexibility, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a rewarding career in the engineering sector.
Contact Details:
Apex Resource Management Ltd Recruitment Team
