Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

About The Role

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our team at our Holmes Chapel Mill. This is a hands‑on, varied, and rewarding role where you’ll play a key part in keeping our mill running efficiently, safely, and reliably. You’ll be responsible for minimising downtime, improving plant performance, and ensuring all maintenance activities are carried out to the highest standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Responding to breakdowns and carrying out efficient, safe repairs to minimise downtime
• Driving continuous improvement in mill performance, reliability, and safety
• Managing spare parts stock to ensure quick and effective repairs
• Supporting the development of our in‑house mill operating systems
• Planning maintenance and downtime in collaboration with management
• Recording all maintenance activities using our CMMS system
• Ensuring all planned preventative maintenance (PPM) is completed on time
• Participating in the call‑out rota for emergency support
• Maintaining high standards of Health & Safety, including risk assessments and permits
• Keeping the mill environment clean, safe, and compliant

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in fabrication and welding
• Strong hands‑on experience repairing mechanical plant and machinery
• Knowledge of PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and continuous improvement
• Understanding of predictive maintenance techniques
• Experience using CMMS or similar maintenance systems
• Good understanding of maintenance principles and best practices
• A strong commitment to Health & Safety
• A team player with good communication and interpersonal skills

Working Hours & Call‑Out

• Standard hours: Monday to Friday
• Participation in on‑call rota for evenings and weekends
• Occasional overtime required, including planned shutdowns

Benefits

• Company pension
• Group Life Assurance Scheme
• Additional holidays with years of service
• Optional Accident Insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On‑site parking

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