Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Dudley

Salary: £39,870 per year

Shift Pattern: 3 weeks mornings (Mon-Fri), 1 week afternoons (12:00-22:00, Mon-Thu)



Company:

A leading UK industrial manufacturing and processing company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their on-site team. The company is well-established and offers excellent training and career progression opportunities.



Role Overview:

The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for day-to-day maintenance activities, including equipment repair, preventive maintenance, and electrical and mechanical troubleshooting. This role requires a hands-on engineer with a strong technical skillset and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.



Key Responsibilities:



Carry out maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance on plant equipment



Work with electrical control systems, including 3-phase motors, contactors, inverter circuits, and safety circuits



Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems



Support welding, fabrication, and sub-assembly work as needed



Read and interpret technical schematics and documentation



Ensure compliance with health & safety standards



Skills & Experience:



Previous experience in industrial maintenance or mechanical/electrical engineering



Knowledge of slitting, decoiling, machining, and general workshop equipment



Welding skills (MIG/MAG/Arc) and oxy-fuel experience desirable



Ability to work independently and solve complex problems



Formal electrical qualifications such as 17th/18th Edition, AM2/AM2S or equivalent advantageous



Benefits:



Competitive salary of £39,870 per year



Pension scheme



31 days paid holiday



Ongoing professional training and career development