Maintenance Mechanical Engineer

Maintenance Mechanical Engineer

Location: Melksham, Wiltshire

Salary: £40 - £43K including shift allowance

Hours: 38 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 3 shifts - 06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 / 22:00-06:00



We are currently recruiting for a skilled Maintenance Mechanical Engineer on behalf of a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business based in Melksham.



This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable company on a permanent basis, working as part of a close-knit engineering team providing mechanical maintenance and support across site. The successful candidate will bring strong experience in plant maintenance and a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.



Key Duties include:



Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on production machines

Diagnosing faults in hydraulic and pneumatic systems using schematics

Completing mechanical PMIs, tool changes, and routine equipment safety checks

Supporting minor installations and contributing to continuous improvement projects

Maintaining facilities equipment including boilers, compressors, pumps, extraction units, and air handling systems

Assisting with the management of mould tools, ensuring readiness for production

Accurate job logging using Maintenance Connect

Supporting Kaizen activities and TPM processes

Collaborating with electrical team when required

Covering for holidays and occasionally providing night shift supportWhat We're Looking For:



Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum of 5 years' plant maintenance experience

Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, fabrication, and machining

Good communication and teamworking skills

Flexible and proactive approach to training and developmentBenefits Include:



Up to 5% bonus (paid quarterly)

Medicash health plan

Matched pension up to 7.5%

6x salary life assurance

Share incentive planInterested?



If you're a reliable and experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer seeking a long-term opportunity with excellent benefits, we'd love to hear from you