Maintenance Engineer

A major steel company in Wednesbury are seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join the Laser Maintenance Department.



Annual Salary: £32,000 to £34,000

Weekly Hours: 7am to 3.30pm



You will be responsible for the mechanical and electrical maintenance of tube laser cutting machines and associated processes. This includes reactive and preventative maintenance, creating documentation, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring minimal disruption to production operations.



Key Responsibilities:

Respond to and resolve mechanical and electrical breakdowns efficiently

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks according to the maintenance schedule

Diagnose and repair faults on tube laser cutting machinery and related equipment

Log all maintenance activities using the internal maintenance management system

Create and update Safe Working Methods (SWMs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Liaise with external suppliers for servicing, parts, and technical support

Take ownership of critical spare parts stock and ensure inventory is maintained

Maintain high standards of workmanship and safety across all tasks

Communicate clearly with production teams and managers to minimize downtime

Support improvement and maintenance projects within the Laser department and across the factory

Report issues or concerns to the Plant Manager and Laser Production Manager

Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company rules

Participate in planned and reactive overtime as required

Qualifications & Experience:

City & Guilds, BTEC, or Time-Served Qualification in an engineering discipline

Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills

Understanding of electrical/electronic circuits and systems

Experience using PC-based maintenance and machine control systems

Background in a manufacturing environment, ideally working with precision machineryDesirable:

Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Knowledge of tube laser cutting equipment or value-added manufacturing processesWhy Join Us:

Be part of a highly skilled and supportive engineering team

Gain hands-on experience with advanced laser cutting machinery

Access full training during your probation and additional job-specific training thereafter

Work in a stable and growing company that values quality, innovation, and teamwork

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