Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

MTrec’s new career opportunity

Our client are specialists in their industry sector, they are looking to recruit an Mechanical Maintenance Engineer on a permanent basis.

The role will be working a Panama shift where you will work 7 days out of every 14 days.

The shift pattern is 2 weeks of days (6.30am to 6.00pm) then 2 weeks of nights (6.30pm to 6.00am).

The Job you’ll do

* As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (known as a Mechanical Fitter internally), you will be part of an in house engineering team that keeps production running safely and reliably.

* You will work hands on with plant and equipment, supporting planned maintenance and responding to breakdowns to help maintain consistent output and quality.

* Duties also include:

* Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults on production equipment.

* Supporting safe and efficient operation of specialist machinery.

* Working with hydraulic, pneumatic and drive chain systems.

* Replacing and aligning bearings.

* Supporting fabrication and welding tasks where required.

* Working closely with colleagues to minimise downtime.

About You

Essential

* Mechanical engineering background with good experience in manufacturing environments.

* Level 3 qualification in a mechanical engineering discipline.

* Strong commitment to health and safety best practice.

* Good communication skills, written and verbal.

* Ability to work flexibly in a busy, hands-on environment.

* Experience of fault finding on hydraulic, pneumatic and drive systems.

Desirable

* Completed a hands on apprenticeship.

* HNC or HND qualification or equivalent.

* Experience in heavy manufacturing industry.

* Arc and MIG welding or basic fabrication skills.

* Experience with electrical control systems.

The Rewards and the Benefits

* Weekly paid.

* Annual earnings are circa £48,000 (inclusive of allowances and bonuses).

* Overtime is available to increase earning potential.

* Support is there when you need it through our employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.

* This includes a 24/7 online GP, access to counselling, mental health support, and get-fit programmes.

* Health and wellbeing benefits include dental cover, a health cash plan, and eye tests.

* Financial advice and support are available, including expert guidance from our pension provider and help with savings and loan options.

* Discounts are available with a range of retailers, gyms, and client products.

* Life assurance is provided at twice your annual salary.

* You can join company Share Incentive Plan and our Employee Profit Participation Programme, so you share in our success