Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Job in
Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-08-20
Listing for:
Maintech Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-20
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Mechanical Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Hamilton
We are working with a busy manufacturing site in Hamilton operating within the FMCG/industrial manufacturing sector. The site runs a wide range of machinery, from robotics, conveyors and flow wrappers through to large industrial boilers and compressors, with a strong focus on proactive, planned maintenance and continuous improvement.
This is a great opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking to join an already established maintenance team on a strong shift package, working across a varied plant with real scope to contribute to efficiency and downtime improvements.
This role would suit a hands-on engineer from a medium to heavy industry background who enjoys variety, takes pride in proactive maintenance rather than firefighting, and is comfortable supporting and mentoring trainees and apprentices as part of a team.
Responsibilities of a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:
Provide a mechanical engineering service to the production team to minimise downtime
Carry out planned, proactive maintenance across a wide range of plant machinery
Maintain commercial awareness of budgets to ensure the right spares are held
Identify and implement ways to continuously improve efficiency and downtime
Collect and compile maintenance data as required
Support, encourage and motivate trainee fitters and apprentices
Work safely at all times, raising any safety concerns promptly
Skills & Qualifications of a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:
Level 3 mechanical engineering qualification (minimum)
Experience with in a manufacturing maintenance department
Background in a medium to heavy industry environment
Some PLC knowledge would be an advantage
Benefits of a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:
£56,800 per annum (includes shift pay)
Shift pattern: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off
Company pension
21 days holiday
Free on-site parking
If you feel this Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role is right for you, please contact Emma or Becky at Maintech Recruitment for more information or click apply.
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