Maintenance Engineer

Company: Spirax Sarco
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Location: Cheltenham
Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure the safety, reliability and optimal performance of all machinery and equipment across our site. This is a key role within our maintenance function, supporting continuous improvement, operational excellence, and safe working practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out electrical and mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on all machinery, electrical equipment, and factory services to a high standard and in line with manufacturer specifications.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults across production equipment, including CNC and PLC‑controlled machinery.
  • Support the Maintenance Team Leader/Sub‑Section Leader in planning and delivering preventative maintenance schedules and TPM activities.
  • Drive improvements in machinery and equipment reliability.
  • Assist with the management and coordination of contractors.
  • Work closely with the Maintenance Management Team to deliver departmental strategies and KPIs.
  • Support Boiler Operation and Energy Centre maintenance activities.
  • Adhere to and promote Company Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) standards, identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Demonstrate alignment with Company Core Values.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and projects.
  • Remain flexible to undertake additional duties as required.
  • Develop and progress your own personal development plan.

Your Experience

  • Strong numeracy and literacy skills to support daily tasks and planning.
  • Experience working in a production or manufacturing environment.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Understanding of the commercial impact of engineering activities on departmental performance.
  • Knowledge of safe working practices and EHS principles.
  • Awareness of Continuous Improvement tools (e.g., Six Sigma, 5Y).
  • Ability to deputise for the Team Leader when required.

Your Skills

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following:

  • Ability to follow instructions accurately.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
  • Desire to learn, develop, and grow within the role.
  • Proactive, flexible, and solutions‑focused approach.
  • Strong teamwork abilities, with the capability to work independently when needed.
  • Good organisational and time‑management skills.
  • Ability to train and support other team members.
  • Commitment to working in line with Company Core Values.

Role-Specific Requirements

  • Multiskilled background with a Mechanical or Electrical Apprenticeship (ONC or equivalent NVQ).
  • Experience working with PLCs, CNC machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial control systems.
  • CNC maintenance experience or equivalent technical exposure.
  • BOAS (Boiler Operator Accredited Scheme) certification.
  • Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Benefits

You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts’ portal.

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Posted: May 17th, 2026