Maintenance Engineer

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Maintenance Engineer (JO0000016878) Wellingborough, England

Salary: GBP 41,375 per annum + overtime

Location: Wellingborough (must live within a commutable distance)

Hours: Days only 0800 – 1630 – no shift pattern, minimal call‑out

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

Join a Growing, Forward‑Thinking Engineering Team

Our client, a UK leader in recycling end‑of‑life materials, is looking for a proactive and experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support safe, efficient and reliable production operations. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, the company has recently undergone major positive transformation and is now proudly accredited as a Great Place to Work. This is an opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people.

The Role

As a mechanical maintenance engineer, you will be involved in the following:

  • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance to maximise uptime and equipment performance.
  • Responding quickly and effectively to mechanical breakdowns to minimise disruption.
  • Diagnosing and repairing faults across a range of production machinery.
  • Working safely in line with SSOW, risk assessments, SOPs and company policies.
  • Completing PPMs and reactive tasks within agreed timeframes.
  • Maintaining accurate maintenance records (manual and electronic).
  • Ensuring all repairs are validated by engineering supervision and production teams.
  • Keeping the workshop organised, safe and compliant, including correct parts usage.
  • Participating in limited call‑out cover and supporting during absence periods.

Experience Required

To be considered for this role, the successful candidate will have the following:

  • 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.
  • Reliable, organised and committed to high standards.

Benefits

  • Life assurance at 4× salary.
  • Employee Cash plan.
  • A supportive, forward‑thinking workplace culture.

If you are a solutions‑driven, hands‑on, and passionate about doing things right the first time, this is an opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people.

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Job Description:

Maintenance Engineer (JO0000016878) Wellingborough, England

Salary: GBP 41,375 per annum + overtime

Location: Wellingborough (must live within a commutable distance)

Hours: Days only 0800 – 1630 – no shift pattern, minimal call‑out

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

Join a Growing, Forward‑Thinking Engineering Team

Our client, a UK leader in recycling end‑of‑life materials, is looking for a proactive and experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support safe, efficient and reliable production operations. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, the company has recently undergone major positive transformation and is now proudly accredited as a Great Place to Work. This is an opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people.

The Role

As a mechanical maintenance engineer, you will be involved in the following:

  • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance to maximise uptime and equipment performance.
  • Responding quickly and effectively to mechanical breakdowns to minimise disruption.
  • Diagnosing and repairing faults across a range of production machinery.
  • Working safely in line with SSOW, risk assessments, SOPs and company policies.
  • Completing PPMs and reactive tasks within agreed timeframes.
  • Maintaining accurate maintenance records (manual and electronic).
  • Ensuring all repairs are validated by engineering supervision and production teams.
  • Keeping the workshop organised, safe and compliant, including correct parts usage.
  • Participating in limited call‑out cover and supporting during absence periods.

Experience Required

To be considered for this role, the successful candidate will have the following:

  • 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.
  • Reliable, organised and committed to high standards.

Benefits

  • Life assurance at 4× salary.
  • Employee Cash plan.
  • A supportive, forward‑thinking workplace culture.

If you are a solutions‑driven, hands‑on, and passionate about doing things right the first time, this is an opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people.

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Posted: May 18th, 2026