Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Company: Scantec Personnel Limited
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Location: Selby
Job Description:

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Selby, North Yorkshire
Salary: £40000 plus on call allowance and Benefits
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30

We’re working with a well-established manufacturing business to recruit a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their site maintenance team. This is a hands‑on role focused on keeping plant and equipment running efficiently, while supporting both ongoing operations and future improvement projects.

The Role

  • Carry out planned, predictive and reactive mechanical maintenance
  • Respond to breakdowns, fault find and implement effective repairs
  • Complete preventative maintenance, inspections and greasing schedules
  • Repair and rebuild equipment including pumps, centrifuges, conveyors, gearboxes and associated components
  • Support improvements to manufacturing processes and site infrastructure
  • Work alongside contractors and specialist service providers where required
  • Contribute to the development and use of a CMMS for maintenance tracking
  • Work towards a proactive, zero‑breakdown maintenance approach
  • Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance at all times

What We’re Looking For

  • Apprentice trained or qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • Proven experience in a similar maintenance role within an industrial/manufacturing environment
  • Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving ability
  • Experience with fabrication and welding (TIG, MIG, MMA) is beneficial
  • Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
  • Comfortable working across production areas, workshops and outdoor environments
  • Good communication skills and ability to work across teams

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Posted: April 5th, 2026