Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Macclesfield

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join an established and growing engineering/manufacturing business.

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This is a hands-on role suited to an engineer with a strong mechanical maintenance background and good electrical/technical knowledge. You will be responsible for maintaining, fault-finding and repairing a wide range of production machinery and equipment, helping to keep operations running safely and efficiently.

The Role\n

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for:

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  Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.

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  Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults on production machinery.

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  Carrying out electrical fault-finding and basic electrical repairs.

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  Working with motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, bearings and mechanical systems.

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  Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation.

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  Using electrical and mechanical testing equipment.

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  Identifying potential equipment failures and taking preventative action.

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  Supporting installation, modification and commissioning of machinery.

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  Working closely with production teams to minimise machinery downtime.

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  Maintaining accurate maintenance records and reporting faults and repairs.

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  Ensuring all work is completed in line with health & safety procedures.

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  Supporting continuous improvement and reliability projects.

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Qualifications\n

An engineering qualification such as NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or equivalent would be advantageous.

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Electrical qualifications such as 18th Edition or relevant electrical maintenance experience would also be beneficial.

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