Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical / Multiskilled Engineer (Chemical Manufacturing)

Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester

Salary: £40,000+

Hours: Monday to Friday + Overtime available

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical / Multiskilled Engineer to join our maintenance team at our site in Tameside within a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of production equipment, with a strong focus on mixing, batching, and pumping systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on a wide range of process and plant equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across mixing, batching, and pumping systems
• Maintain and troubleshoot:
  • Industrial mixers and agitators
  • Batch processing systems
  • Pumps (gear, diaphragm, centrifugal, etc.)
  • Valves, pipework, and associated process equipment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Work closely with production teams to minimise disruption and optimise plant performance
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with site safety standards and relevant regulations (e.g., COSHH, ATEX where applicable)
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new equipment
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience working in a chemical or process manufacturing environment (adhesives, coatings, resins, or similar preferred)
• Strong hands‑on experience with:
  • Mixing and blending equipment
  • Batch processing systems
  • Industrial pumping systems and fluid handling
  • Mechanical fault finding and repair expertise
• Basic electrical fault‑finding skills (desirable for multiskilled engineers)
• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards in a hazardous environment

Qualifications

• HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification/experience) – essential
• Apprenticeship in Engineering – preferred
• Relevant certifications in health & safety or hazardous area working (advantageous)

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Proactive and self‑motivated approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills across engineering and production teams
• Flexible and adaptable to changing production demands

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