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For Companies Maintenance Engineer Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Ilminster, based between two sites (with very occasional nationwide travel) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 (Hours may vary dependant on business needs) Employment Type: Full-Time, permanent Salary: Competitive, DOE About the Role An established organisation is seeking a skilled and proactive Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support the ongoing reliability and efficiency of its operations. This role involves maintaining, repairing, and improving mechanical systems and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and a safe working environment. Key Responsibilities * Carry out routine maintenance on mechanical systems and machinery * Diagnose faults and perform timely repairs * Implement and manage preventative maintenance schedules * Monitor equipment performance and suggest improvements * Ensure compliance with health and safety standards * Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation * Work collaboratively with engineering and production teams Requirements * Proven experience in a mechanical maintenance role * Strong understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings * Relevant engineering qualification (e.g., HNC, HND, NVQ, or equivalent) * Basic electrical skills Desirable Skills * Experience within manufacturing or industrial environments * Basic knowledge of PLC systems * Familiarity with predictive maintenance techniques What’s on Offer * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Pension scheme
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HR Employment Bureau Redditch Recruiting Team
How to prepare for a job interview at HR Employment Bureau Redditch
✨Know Your Mechanical Stuff
Brush up on your knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Be ready to discuss specific examples from your past experience where you diagnosed faults or implemented preventative maintenance schedules.
✨Show Off Your Problem-Solving Skills
Prepare to share stories about how you've tackled challenges in previous roles. Think of a time when you had to quickly repair machinery or improve equipment performance, and explain your thought process during those situations.
✨Get Familiar with the Company
Research the organisation and its operations. Understand their key products and services, and be prepared to discuss how your skills can contribute to their ongoing reliability and efficiency.
✨Safety First!
Since health and safety compliance is crucial, be ready to talk about your experience with safety standards in the workplace. Highlight any relevant training or certifications you have that demonstrate your commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.