Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to work on a 6 month contract in St Helens. The role is working Monday to Friday – days. Salary is c£45-47,000 per annum plus 25 days\’ holiday and bank holidays, pension, bonus etc To ensure the reliable and efficient operation of mechanical equipment and production assets within a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturing environment. The role focuses on minimizing downtime, maintaining safety and quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement across site operations. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Engineering * Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on mechanical equipment, including conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, motors, packaging machinery, and processing equipment. * Diagnose mechanical faults quickly and accurately, implementing effective corrective actions to minimize production downtime. * Support installation, commissioning, and modification of machinery and production lines. * Maintain accurate maintenance records using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Operational Support * Provide mechanical engineering support to production teams to ensure optimal equipment performance. * Work closely with electrical, automation, and production colleagues to resolve complex breakdowns. * Support changeovers and continuous operation in a high-speed, high-volume FMCG environment. Health, Safety & Compliance * Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including permit-to-work and lockout/tagout procedures. * Adhere to site GMP, hygiene, and food safety standards at all times. * Proactively identify safety risks and contribute to risk assessments and safe systems of work. Continuous Improvement * Identify recurring faults and contribute to root cause analysis (RCA) and reliability improvement initiatives. * Support continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing equipment reliability, efficiency, and lifespan. * Assist in developing and improving PPM schedules and maintenance best practices. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential * Proven experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer within an FMCG or high-speed manufacturing environment. * Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills. * Experience working with conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, drives, and rotating equipment. * Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment. * Good understanding of health and safety and food manufacturing standards. * Competent in reading mechanical drawings and technical documentation. Desirable * Experience with continuous improvement or TPM methodologies. * Basic electrical fault-finding awareness (non-intrusive). * Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance reporting. How to apply: Please call Rebecca at Simply Recruitment Group or press APPLY NOW