Mechanical Maintenance Engineer | Birmingham
Salary: £52,000 + Overtime
Shifts: Continentals (Other shifts available – apply to discuss)
Are you a proactive engineer with a “right first time” mindset? Due to significant site expansion, a leading international manufacturing giant is looking for several Mechanical Maintenance Engineers to join their Birmingham-based team.
This is a high-impact role within a heavy industry environment where your expertise in CNC equipment, hydraulics, and pneumatics will directly contribute to the site’s continued growth and efficiency.
The Role
Working within a culture of continuous improvement, you will be a key player in the development and upkeep of both new and established machinery. This is a varied, hands-on role based on the shop floor, encompassing preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and non-routine maintenance across the plant and facilities.
- Maintain a wide range of mechanical equipment, including Manual Lathes, Millers, Planers, and Bar Peelers.
- Troubleshoot and repair complex Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
- Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving to drive long‑term reliability.
- Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
What We Are Looking For
Essential
- Minimum ONC or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
- Proven track record in maintaining machine tools (Manual or CNC).
- Experience in heavy industry (e.g., metal, presswork, or CNC manufacturing) is highly preferred.
- Strong fault‑finding abilities and hands‑on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
- A dynamic team player with a proactive attitude toward preventative maintenance.
Desirable
- Skilled in fitting, machining, and welding.
- Experience in gearbox disassembly and rebuilds.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to join a global leader that values innovation and invests in its people. Beyond a competitive base salary of £52,000, you will have access to overtime and the stability of working for a growing international business.
Note: The individual must be comfortable working in a physically demanding, heavy‑industry environment that requires high attention to detail and strict safety compliance.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
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