Job Description
MTrec’s new career opportunity
Our client are specialists in their industry sector, they are looking to recruit an Mechanical Maintenance Engineer on a permanent basis.
The role will be working a Panama shift where you will work 7 days out of every 14 days.
The shift pattern is 2 weeks of days (6.30am to 6.00pm) then 2 weeks of nights (6.30pm to 6.00am).
The Job you’ll do
- As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (known as a Mechanical Fitter internally), you will be part of an in house engineering team that keeps production running safely and reliably.
- You will work hands on with plant and equipment, supporting planned maintenance and responding to breakdowns to help maintain consistent output and quality.
- Duties also include:
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults on production equipment.
- Supporting safe and efficient operation of specialist machinery.
- Working with hydraulic, pneumatic and drive chain systems.
- Replacing and aligning bearings.
- Supporting fabrication and welding tasks where required.
- Working closely with colleagues to minimise downtime.
About You
Essential
- Mechanical engineering background with good experience in manufacturing environments.
- Level 3 qualification in a mechanical engineering discipline.
- Strong commitment to health and safety best practice.
- Good communication skills, written and verbal.
- Ability to work flexibly in a busy, hands-on environment.
- Experience of fault finding on hydraulic, pneumatic and drive systems.
Desirable
- Completed a hands on apprenticeship.
- HNC or HND qualification or equivalent.
- Experience in heavy manufacturing industry.
- Arc and MIG welding or basic fabrication skills.
- Experience with electrical control systems.
The Rewards and the Benefits
- Weekly paid.
- Annual earnings are circa £48,000 (inclusive of allowances and bonuses).
- Overtime is available to increase earning potential.
- Support is there when you need it through our employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.
- This includes a 24/7 online GP, access to counselling, mental health support, and get-fit programmes.
- Health and wellbeing benefits include dental cover, a health cash plan, and eye tests.
- Financial advice and support are available, including expert guidance from our pension provider and help with savings and loan options.
- Discounts are available with a range of retailers, gyms, and client products.
- Life assurance is provided at twice your annual salary.
- You can join company Share Incentive Plan and our Employee Profit Participation Programme, so you share in our success.
Electrical Maintenance Engineer in Bishop Auckland employer: MTrec Recruitment
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