Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Job in
Swansea, Swansea County, SA1, Wales, UK
Listed on 2026-07-24
Listing for:
Russell Taylor CDI
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-24
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Knowsley, L34 Salary: £36,000 £ 40,000 per annum (DOE) on-call allowance
Hours:
Full-time | On-site
The Role We are recruiting a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support the operation of a modern food manufacturing facility. The role focuses on maintaining plant equipment and utilities through planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation in a hygiene-critical environment. Youll also contribute to engineering improvements, upgrades, and site development projects.
Key Responsibilities Carry out PPM and reactive mechanical maintenance Diagnose faults and minimise equipment downtime Maintain and repair motors, gearboxes, pumps, agitators, and valves Support industrial utilities including steam boilers and compressed air systems Install and modify process pipework, valves, and fittings Fabricate basic components using workshop machinery Support shutdowns, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects Ensure compliance with health & safety and food hygiene standards Accurately record maintenance activities and report issues Requirements Relevant qualifications in engineering maintenance and a minimum of 3 years experience in a mechanical maintenance role within an industrial or food manufacturing environment.
Experience in welding and installing pipework systems including fittings and valves. Coded welding preferred. Minimum 3 years mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or food manufacturing environment Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Experience with PPM schedules and breakdown repairs Good understanding of health & safety and hygiene compliance Desirable Certifications Confined Space FLT Licence PASMA / MEWP Licence Whats on Offer Competitive salary with on-call allowance Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing manufacturing site Involvement in modernisation and expansion projects Supportive engineering team and development opportunities If youre a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a technically varied role in a regulated manufacturing environment, wed like to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV or get in touch for more details. Benefits:
Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location:
In person
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