Job title: Maintenance Engineer
Location: LeicestershirePay rate: Competitive salary Contract Type: PermanentOur leading client are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join their team at their site in Leicestershire. As a maintnenace engineer you will be playing a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our plant through both electrical and mechanical maintenance activities. You will be responsible for addressing mechanical malfunctions and breakdowns safely, contributing to the plant’s productivity and upholding our commitment to a zero-tolerance safety and continuous improvement culture. This role demands initiative, technical expertise, and adherence to stringent health, safety, and environmental standards.Key responsibilities - Maintenance Engineer
Perform maintenance reporting via CMMS and document breakdowns using MBRsConduct TPM/PPM activities and monitor production processes for continuityEnsure safe operations by fitting correct spare parts and rectifying stoppages/malfunctionsAdhere to site PPE, LOTOTO, and health, safety, and environmental regulationsMaintain production output, quality, and yields through effective repairsEngage in continuous improvement and independently address electrical/mechanical faultsDiagnose and repair PLCs, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, HMI screens, and control systemsPerform housekeeping and other duties as delegated by management
Qualification and Requirements - Maintenance Engineer
Time-served apprenticeship in a relevant engineering disciplineExperience with automated machinery or in the heavy industryTraining in welding, burning, and cutting techniquesCompletion of company online induction, COSHH, LOTOTO, silica awareness, working at height, risk assessments, confined space training, spill training, forklift training, mobile plant (MEWP/Scissor Lift), lifting/slinging, overhead crane training, and HAV trainingGood working knowledge of PLCs, automated control systems, and fault diagnosis on hydraulic and pneumatic systemsAbility to work independently, take initiative, and make decisions under pressureWillingness to undertake specialist training, which may require staying away from home
What can we offer - Maintenance Engineer
Competitive salary with a commission schemeOpportunity to work in a supportive team environment with a focus on safety and continuous improvementAccess to specialist training and professional development opportunitiesA role within a forward-thinking company committed to health, safety, and environmental standardsA dynamic work environment where your initiative and technical expertise are valued
For more information on this role, please contact Charlie Boulton or send a copy of your CV to
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