Our client, a well-established, family run metal recycling business that is continuing to grow strongly within the sector, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team. This is a hands on role combining both machine operation and maintenance responsibility, working at the heart of their cable granulation operation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a cable granulation machine on a daily basis while also carrying out preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and fault-finding to ensure maximum efficiency and minimal downtime. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically and electrically qualified engineer who enjoys a mix of hands‑on production and technical problem solving.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate the cable granulation machine safely and efficiently on a daily basis.
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across machinery and equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults as they arise.
- Minimise downtime by responding quickly to machine breakdowns.
- Strip down, inspect, repair, and reassemble machinery components where required.
- Monitor machine performance and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
- Ensure all work is carried out in line with health & safety procedures.
- Work closely with production teams to maintain smooth operational flow.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and logs.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
Key Skills & Experience
- Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Engineering or similar discipline.
- Strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical systems.
- Proven experience in fault‑finding and maintenance within a production or heavy industrial environment.
- Comfortable operating machinery as part of daily responsibilities.
- Experience within recycling, manufacturing, or heavy industry preferred.
- Strong diagnostic and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of equipment performance.
- Strong awareness of health & safety standards.
- Reliable, hands on, and proactive approach to maintenance and operations.
- Monday to Thursday: 07:00 – 17:00 / Friday: 07:00 – 16:00
- 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays
- Standard company pension
- Opportunity to join a growing, family‑run business with strong market presence
- Long‑term stability and progression potential
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