Mechanical Fitter /Maintenance Engineer

S&D Trade Recruitment is working with one of our long-term clients to recruit for an experienced Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer for a long-term contract role Temp to perm (12-month rolling contract, due for renewal 1st January 2026). This is an exciting opportunity to work on behalf of one of the UK\’s leading FMCG companies. Our client provides 24/7 mechanical maintenance support to a major food manufacturing facility on Wrexham Industrial Estate, and an opportunity has arisen to join their on-site team. The role offers a competitive rate of up to £17.70 per hour, working Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week with a 30-minute lunch break, with overtime available at the weekends with a higher overtime pay rate. Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer Duties: * Carry out mechanical maintenance on site machinery and infrastructure. * Perform reactive and planned maintenance to minimise equipment downtime. * Provide mechanical repairs and improvements to enhance production reliability. * Respond promptly to breakdowns and maintenance requests. * Maintain strict adherence to Health, Safety, Environmental, Food Safety, and Housekeeping standards. Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer Requirements: * Time-served Mechanical Fitter or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, or relevant degree). * Minimum 3 years’ mechanical maintenance experience. * Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential. * Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced, multi-skilled engineering team. * Welding experience is advantageous but not essential. * Previous experience in FMCG or food production is a strong advantage but not a requirement. Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer Benefits: * Starting pay rate upto £17.70 per hour. * Long-term opportunity with a leading UK FMCG employer temp to perm. * Monday to Friday working hours (39 hours/week) with a 30-minute lunch break. * Overtime available at the weekends (including call-outs). * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. * Auto-enrolment pension scheme. * On-site canteen and staff facilities. This Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer position is advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment, acting as an employment business and agency on behalf of our client