Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Company: Simply Recruitment Group
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Location: Skelmersdale
Job Description:

Overview

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Technician to join a well‑established FMCG manufacturing operation in the Skelmersdale area. The role will operate Monday – Friday.

Salary is c£50,000 per annum (negotiable, depending on experience) plus 27 days’ holiday and bank holidays, excellent pension, company bonus etc.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance across site
  • Support production teams with fault finding and breakdown resolution
  • Assist in driving machinery reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Work with maintenance planning systems to manage and record engineering activities
  • Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety and quality standards
  • Support contractor activities and assist with equipment installations and commissioning
  • Mentor and support junior engineers and apprentices where required
  • Maintain high workshop and housekeeping standards

Candidate Requirements

  • Completed a recognised mechanical or multi‑skilled engineering apprenticeship
  • NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualification
  • Previous experience within manufacturing, FMCG, heavy industry, or process environments
  • Strong mechanical fault‑finding and maintenance experience
  • Experience working on automated production equipment, hydraulics, pumps, conveyors, rotating equipment, or similar machinery
  • Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently or as part of a team
  • Experience using CMMS/SAP systems would be advantageous

What’s on Offer

  • Stable long‑term opportunity within a successful manufacturing business
  • Supportive engineering and operations team
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and site performance initiatives

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Posted: June 10th, 2026