At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform preventative maintenance and diagnose faults on production machinery.
- Company: A well-established steel stockholder located in Kentford, Suffolk.
- Benefits: Salary ranges from £40,000 to £48,000 with overtime paid at time and a half.
- Other info: Company vehicle provided after probation for personal use.
- Why this job: Join a team focused on improving equipment reliability and productivity.
- Qualifications: Experience in heavy industrial environments with strong mechanical and electrical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 48000 £ per year.
Our client is a well‑established steel stockholder based in Kentford, Suffolk, seeking an experienced Multi‑skilled Maintenance Engineer with strong electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic experience.
Responsibilities:
- Perform preventative maintenance routines and condition monitoring of production machinery and facilities as per the maintenance schedules.
- Liaise closely with the Maintenance Supervisor and operations staff to ensure efficient, effective and planned reactive maintenance.
- Make safety inspections of tools and equipment.
- Diagnose faults and repair machines safely to minimise downtime and cost.
- Anticipate machine failures and make changes or recommendations to prevent re-occurrence.
- Work to improve reliability and productivity of equipment.
- Complete written records of all maintenance activities.
- Carry out maintenance tasks diligently and in good time using appropriate methodology.
Requirements:
- Good mechanical and electrical skills.
- Pneumatic and hydraulic knowledge, along with PLC, inverter, instrumentation and control experience.
- Knowledge of various mechanical drive arrangements.
- UK driving licence and experience in a heavy industrial environment.
- Fabrication skills including welding, plasma cutting and power tools.
- Based in a commutable distance of Kentford, Suffolk.
Salary & Benefits:
- Salary £40,000 – £48,000
- 14:00 – 22:00 Monday to Friday.
- 40‑hour week.
- Overtime paid at time and a half.
- Company vehicle upon completion of the probationary period, available for use in personal time.
- Holiday allowance and pension.
Maintenance Engineer in Newmarket employer: Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited
This steel stockholder in Kentford, Suffolk offers a competitive salary and benefits including holiday allowance and pension. The team values safety and efficiency, ensuring a supportive environment for skilled engineers.
Contact Details:
Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Maintenance Engineer in Newmarket
Electrical Skills
Mechanical Skills
Hydraulic Knowledge
Pneumatic Knowledge
PLC Experience
Inverter Experience
Instrumentation and Control Experience
