Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

My client are seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a growing manufacturing business in Plymouth, supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of their production equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on extrusion lines and associated machinery
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults to minimise downtime
• Support equipment installations, commissioning, and continuous improvement projects
• Maintain maintenance records and manage spare parts inventory
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, including LOTO, PTW, PUWER, COSHH, and RAMS procedures

Candidate Requirement

• Engineering apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3/HNC equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Maintenance Engineering
• Experience in a manufacturing maintenance role, ideally within plastics, extrusion, process, or similar industries
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• Knowledge of PLCs and maintenance management systems (CMMS) is advantageous
• A proactive, safety-focused approach with excellent problem-solving and teamwork skill

Package

• Basic Salary £35,000-£40,000
• Day Shift Monday-Friday
• Company pension schedule
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive team environment within a growing business.

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