Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Salary: £39,000
Shift: Days
Location: Matlock
About Us:
Are you a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a new challenge in an industrial environment? Join our dynamic team, where you'll work on state-of-the-art equipment and machinery critical to our operations. We offer a stimulating and fast-paced work environment that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. As a key member of our maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing mechanical systems to ensure our facility runs at peak efficiency. With a focus on safety, continuous improvement, and the opportunity to make a real impact, this role is perfect for a proactive engineer eager to develop their skills in a thriving industrial setting. If you're passionate about machinery and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:
- Perform routine and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems, including conveyors, shredders, balers, and other recycling machinery.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical faults and breakdowns efficiently to minimize downtime.
- Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure equipment is operating at peak efficiency.
- Collaborate with the operations team to identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements.
- Maintain detailed records of all maintenance activities, including work completed, parts used, and time spent.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
- Assist in the installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment upgrades.
Requirements for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:
- Proven experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, ideally within a recycling, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
- Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing heavy industrial machinery.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
- Knowledge of health and safety standards and safe work practices.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Relevant engineering qualifications (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds) preferred.
If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.
For further details contact Kieran at Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.
You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.