Junior TPM Engineer in Falmouth

Job Title: Junior TPM Engineer

Location: WMFTS UK - UK - Bickland Water Road

Location Type: On-Site

Website: https://www.wmfts.com/en/

Group: https://www.spiraxgroup.com/

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi-national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.

When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Visit our website to learn more.

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and motivated Junior TPM Engineer to join our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

Role Summary

Reporting to the TPM Team Leader, you will support the maintenance, reliability and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and facilities across the Falmouth site.

This is a development role designed for someone at the early stages of their engineering career who has a strong technical foundation, enjoys problem solving and is keen to develop practical industrial maintenance and equipment engineering skills.

Working alongside experienced engineers and technicians, you will receive structured training and mentoring to build competence across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and automated production systems whilst contributing to the performance, safety and reliability of our manufacturing operations.

What you’ll be doing

Equipment Maintenance & Reliability

• Support planned preventative maintenance activities on manufacturing and facility equipment.
• Assist with fault finding and repair activities on electro‑mechanical equipment under guidance from experienced engineers.
• Help maintain equipment reliability through routine inspections, condition monitoring and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Support the installation, commissioning and validation of new equipment where required.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in root cause investigations relating to equipment failures and production issues.
• Support continuous improvement activities focused on safety, reliability, efficiency and cost reduction.
• Assist in developing and improving maintenance procedures, visual aids and TPM standards.
• Contribute ideas and solutions to improve equipment performance and manufacturing processes.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate maintenance records using company systems and documentation processes.
• Support the creation and review of standard operating procedures, maintenance instructions and equipment records.
• Work in accordance with GMP requirements, engineering standards and company policies.
• Follow all safety procedures and help promote a positive safety culture throughout the site.

Learning & Development

• Complete structured development and training programmes.
• Work alongside experienced TPM engineers to build competence across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and automation systems.
• Develop practical knowledge of manufacturing equipment including extrusion machinery, pumps, motors, conveyor systems, environmental controls and automated production equipment.
• Take ownership of personal development plans and actively seek opportunities to expand technical capability.

Who you’ll be working with

TPM Team

• You will work closely with TPM Engineers, Team Leaders and Manufacturing Engineering colleagues who will provide technical support, coaching and mentoring.

Value Streams

• Build positive working relationships with operators, setters, supervisors and production managers to support equipment reliability and continuous improvement.

Suppliers & Contractors

• Work with external suppliers and contractors during equipment servicing, installation and improvement activities.

Skills/Experience

Essential

• Engineering apprenticeship, HNC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or Manufacturing Engineering.
• A genuine interest in maintenance, equipment engineering and problem solving.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new technical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to take ownership of tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices.
• Computer literacy and ability to maintain technical records.

Desirable

• Previous industrial, manufacturing or maintenance experience through employment, apprenticeship, training placement or work experience.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, motors and control equipment.
• Experience using hand tools and workshop equipment.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement techniques.
• Knowledge of GMP or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to pneumatic, hydraulic or automated systems.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• A generous holiday allowance
• Three days’ paid volunteering leave
• Additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan

Everyone is Included at Spirax Group

We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone’s contribution is valued - across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique.

We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working.

We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments. These include

• Gender‑neutral parental leave
• 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave
• Paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuse
• Menopause‑friendly workplace principles and more

Learn more at spiraxgroup.com/inclusion.

We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

Company Overview

At Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, we are driven by innovation and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered to make a difference. As a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies for the life sciences and process industries, we offer a wide range of products, including tubing, specialised filling systems and products for single‑use applications.

Our shared Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 116 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones!

Our inclusive culture and Values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.