Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

About the job Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with proven welding and fabrication experience to join a busy recycling and manufacturing site in the Middlesbrough area.

This is a mechanically focused position, ideal for someone who enjoys practical, hands-on engineering. Majority of the role involves welding and fabrication work, with the remaining focused on mechanical maintenance and fault-finding across a range of plant and machinery.

You will be responsible for ensuring all equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably through a mix of planned and reactive maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance, servicing, and repair of plant and mobile machinery.
• Carry out MIG and arc welding to repair and fabricate machine guards, chutes, and structural supports.
• Use plasma cutters, grinders, and oxy-fuel tools for fabrication work.
• Maintain and repair conveyors, shredders, hydraulics, pneumatics, and screening systems.
• Diagnose mechanical faults, replace bearings and shafts, and support machine overhauls and installations.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and to a high standard.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

What Were Looking For

• Must have strong welding and fabrication experience (MIG / Arc essential).
• Mechanical or Industrial Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Experience with in heavy industry, recycling, or manufacturing environments.
• Good knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.
• Basic electrical understanding would be an advantage.
• Reliable, proactive, and safety-focused engineer.

• 4 on 4 off day shift pattern (rare in manufacturing).
• Long-term, stable position with a growing business.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.