£45K/yr to £48K/yr
Tameside, England
Permanent, Variable

Maintenance Engineer

Posted by Reed.

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical Bias)

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Location: Partington
  • Salary: Competitive, based on experience

We are looking for a Maintenance Engineer responsible for ensuring that the depot's fixed and mobile assets maintain greater than 95% availability. The role involves both planned and unplanned maintenance, carried out in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner, while complying with all health and safety regulations.

Day to Day of the role:

  • Comply with all health and safety regulations regarding equipment installations, maintenance, and daily inspections, reporting any operational issues.
  • Meet all contract targets and adhere to best practices and legal compliances for maintaining equipment.
  • Maintain the depot to allow the facility to operate at its optimum.
  • Keep accurate maintenance records for planned and unplanned maintenance work.
  • Complete defect reports in a timely manner and report to the line manager.
  • Plan, follow up, and document preventive maintenance for the equipment.
  • Manage relationships with maintenance subcontractors and manage invoicing.
  • Manage spare parts stock and find alternatives for repairs and spare parts.
  • Evaluate current service subcontractors and equipment suppliers.
  • Maintain industry sector knowledge, especially Best Available Techniques (BAT).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Mechanical or electrical engineering qualifications are essential.
  • 3-5 years of experience in maintenance roles.
  • Significant practical engineering experience, particularly with automated equipment including recycling machinery, sortation, and conveyor systems.
  • Multi-skilled in both electrical and mechanical disciplines.
  • Experience with planned preventative maintenance systems.

To apply for the Maintenance Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications

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