At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair equipment in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment.
- Company: Family-owned business with a strong reputation for quality and employee development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, life assurance, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Enjoy a positive culture with no Christmas shutdown and daytime hours.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and grow your engineering skills in a stable workplace.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be working on a Chemical Manufacturing plant on a days basis Monday to Friday. You will be working in a team of 3, performing preventative and reactive maintenance on process, mechanical and electrical equipment.
Client Details: A well-established, family-owned chemical Manufacturing and Production business based in Runcorn, with a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality specialty chemicals for a range of industrial applications. The business offers a stable working environment, invests in its people, and prides itself on maintaining a supportive, close-knit culture where employees are valued and encouraged to develop their skills. With continued growth and a strong commitment to operational excellence, it’s an excellent opportunity for engineers seeking long-term career stability and a positive workplace culture.
Description: As the Maintenance Engineer you will be tasked with the following:
- Maintain, repair, and install: Tanks, agitators, and mixing equipment / Pumps, gearboxes, and mechanical drive systems / GEMÜ valves and electric/pneumatic actuators / Water systems: Reverse Osmosis (RO), distilled, and ozonated water.
- Perform pipefitting for stainless steel and plastic process piping (glued, welded, or threaded).
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults (3-phase and single-phase).
- Read and interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics.
- Support plant modifications, installations, and upgrades.
- Ensure housekeeping within the engineering department is kept at a high standard.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Background in chemical, pharmaceutical, water treatment, or industrial process environments.
- Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
- Proven experience with: GEMÜ valves and actuators / RO, distilled, ozonated, and deionised water systems / Pipefitting (plastic, stainless, or air) / Electrical systems (3-phase, single-phase motors, actuators).
Profile: A successful Maintenance Engineer should have:
- NVQ Level 3 / ONC / HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) required.
- 17th / 18th Edition Wiring Regulations preferred.
- COMPEX / ATEX training advantageous.
- Pipefitting or welding certifications advantageous.
Job Offer: Salary between £35,000 and £40,000 dependent on the level of experience. Pension scheme. Life assurance cover. 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, with no requirement for Christmas shutdown. Monday to Friday, daytime working hours.
If you’re interested in this role, apply now.
Maintenance Engineer in Runcorn employer: Michael Page
At Michael Page, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that champions community impact through our Social Value Lead role. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing employees with ample opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful difference in the property industry. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive salaries and a commitment to employee well-being, ensuring that you thrive both personally and professionally.
