Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights)

Location: United Kingdom
Job Type: Full-time

Company Overview

Our client is a leading UK manufacturer of essential building products. Operating across 17 sites in the UK, they provide high-quality products that support both traditional and modern construction methods, ensuring the continued growth of the UK construction industry.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will work on a 4 on 4 off (days & nights) shift pattern. Youll be responsible for maintaining mechanical plant and equipment across a heavy industrial, dusty environment, supporting both reactive and planned maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair mechanical equipment including conveyors, mixers, ovens, and cutting machinery
• Carry out 60% reactive maintenance, troubleshooting faults on motors, sensors, wiring, diagrams, and mechanical changeovers
• Support planned maintenance, installations, and equipment upgrades
• Respond quickly to breakdowns and assist electrical colleagues when required
• Work collaboratively with shift teams, production, and management to meet site targets
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and company procedures
• Assist with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and cutting tasks where required

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Time-served apprenticeship or recognised mechanical qualification
• Strong industrial background (manufacturing, heavy plant, construction materials)
• Proven mechanical fault-finding skills, including sensors, motors, diagrams, and machine changeovers
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated machinery
• Ability to work effectively in a dirty, dusty environment
• Good communication skills and a proactive, hands-on attitude

Desirable Skills:

• Welding & cutting experience
• Experience working with older equipment and upgraded plant
• Strong testing and diagnostics abilities
• Familiarity with industrial installations and control systems

Benefits Include:

• High pension contribution 5% employee contribution matched with 10% employer
• Supportive, easy-going team environment
• Long-term, permanent role with a leading UK FMCG manufacturer

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with us or apply below!