Maintenance Engineer

Overview

At Westland Horticulture, we’re growing fast – and our engineering capability is growing with us. We’re looking for a hands-on Maintenance Engineers to join our Southport manufacturing site and play a vital role in keeping our operations running safely, efficiently, and at peak performance.

This is a practical, varied role where you’ll take ownership of mechanical problem solving across the site, working on a wide range of industrial plant and equipment. If you enjoy fault-finding, improving machinery reliability, and being a trusted technical expert on the shop floor, this is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact.

Responsibilities

What you’ll be doing:

• Responding to mechanical breakdowns and diagnosing faults to minimise production downtime
• Carrying out mechanical maintenance, repairs, and improvements across site equipment
• Delivering Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to improve reliability and performance
• Supporting installation, relocation, and upgrade of machinery and plant
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with site procedures and legislation
• Accurately recording maintenance activity and supporting continuous improvement
• Contributing to a well-organised, cost-effective spare parts system

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Apprentice-trained or NVQ Level 2 qualified Mechanical Engineer (or equivalent)
• At least 2 years’ post-apprenticeship experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Electrically competent, with a willingness to further upskill
• 18th Edition qualification desirable
• Experience working on industrial manufacturing machinery highly advantageous
• Able to work independently, make confident decisions, and remain calm under pressure
• Flexible approach, with some overtime required
• Comfortable working at height when required

Why Join Westland?

At Westland Horticulture, we’re more than just a leading name in gardening and plant care – we’re a business built on innovation, growth, and people.

Joining our team means you’ll be part of a company that truly values your skills, invests in your development, and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact!

If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, innovate, and contribute to something meaningful, Westland is the place for you!

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