Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Wellingborough (must live within a commutable distance)

Hours: Days only (Apply online only) – no shift pattern, minimal call‑out

Salary: £41,375 + excellent benefits

Right to work in the UK required (no sponsorship available)

Overview

Our client, a leading UK recycler of end‑of‑life materials, seeks a proactive and experienced mechanical maintenance engineer to support safe, efficient and reliable production operations. The company has recently undergone major positive transformation and is proudly accredited as a Great Place to Work.

The Role

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance to maximise uptime and equipment performance.
• Respond quickly and effectively to mechanical breakdowns to minimise disruption.
• Diagnose and repair faults across a range of production machinery.
• Work safely in line with SSOW, risk assessments, SOPs and company policies.
• Complete PPMs and reactive tasks within agreed timeframes.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records (manual and electronic).
• Ensure all repairs are validated by engineering supervision and production teams.
• Keep the workshop organised, safe and compliant, including correct parts usage.
• Participate in limited call‑out cover and support during absence periods.

Experience Required

• Experience with machinery such as granulators, conveyors, hammermills, extrusion equipment, colour separators, gearboxes, bearings, rollers and shafts.
• Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification (preferred).
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team ethic.
• Confident using PC‑based software.
• Reliable, organised and committed to high standards.

Benefits

• 6 % employer pension contribution (2 % employee).
• Life assurance at 4 × salary.
• Employee cash plan.
• On‑site parking.
• A supportive, forward‑thinking workplace culture.

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