At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair heavy production machinery to ensure smooth operations.
- Company: Established manufacturing business with a focus on innovation and reliability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and a stable work environment.
- Other info: Immediate start available; great opportunity for career growth.
- Why this job: Join a skilled team and work on diverse industrial machinery in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: Apprentice-trained Mechanical Engineer with strong maintenance skills.
The predicted salary is between 43000 - 43000 £ per year.
An established manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to strengthen its maintenance team at its Kidderminster production facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically biased engineer to join a successful manufacturer where you'll work on a wide range of heavy production equipment, helping to maximise plant reliability while supporting continuous improvement across the site.
The Role:
- You'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing and improving production machinery, carrying out both planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown repairs to ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently.
- Equipment includes:
- Die casting machinery
- Industrial furnaces
- ABB robotic systems
- Hydraulic presses
- Associated manufacturing equipment
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on production equipment
- Maintain plant reliability and minimise downtime
- Support production teams during breakdown situations
- Complete maintenance records accurately using the CMMS system
- Participate in detailed shift handovers
- Carry out root cause analysis and implement preventative solutions
- Perform welding and fabrication repairs where required
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and health & safety
About You:
We're looking for an apprentice-trained Mechanical Maintenance Engineer who enjoys working on a variety of industrial machinery within a manufacturing environment. You'll ideally have:
- Apprentice-trained Mechanical Engineering qualification
- Strong mechanical maintenance background
- Good hydraulic systems knowledge
- Basic electrical knowledge would be beneficial
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Previous experience within heavy manufacturing, die casting, foundry or similar industrial environments
Desirable:
- Welding and fabrication experience
- Forklift licence
- Overhead crane licence
What's on Offer:
- Starting salary of £43,000 per annum
- Overtime opportunities
- Permanent full-time opportunity
- Stable manufacturing environment
- Varied and technically interesting work
- Opportunity to work alongside an experienced maintenance team
- Immediate start available for the right candidate
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer employer: Retaind Limited
Join a reputable Facilities Management business that values long-term employment and professional growth. With competitive pay, a company van provided, and opportunities for overtime, you'll enjoy a supportive work culture focused on stability and varied projects across the Midlands. This role offers the chance to develop your skills in a dynamic environment while contributing to meaningful commercial and industrial maintenance work.
