Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Runcorn

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2 x Mechanical Maintenance Engineers sought by a recycling facility in Runcorn.  This subsidiary of an international, £multibillion turnover plastics manufacturer is focused on growing the circular economy and they see innovation within PVC recycling as pivotal to their global sustainability strategy.

 

This is a permanent role on weekly rotating shifts, 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm, known formally within the business as Mechanical Engineer. However, you will be working days during your probationary period. Shifts and shift allowance will apply after completion of probation.

 

The Role:

As Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will  be responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of all plant machinery, via proactive and reactive maintenance. Key responsibilities include:



Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment

Respond to breakdowns and conduct reactive repairs to restore equipment to full working order promptly

Diagnose mechanical faults using root cause analysis and fault-finding techniques

Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble mechanical components (gears, pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, etc.)

Read and interpret mechanical drawings, maintenance manuals, and engineering documentation

Maintain accurate maintenance records, including logs of work done, parts used, and downtime

Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime, improve reliability, and lower maintenance costs

Ensure compliance with health & safety, risk assessments, and equipment isolation procedures 

The successful Mechanical Maintenance Engineers will demonstrate:



Apprenticeship or Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification e.g. NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level 3, C&G Level 3, HNC / HND

Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer / Mechanical Maintenance Technician, ideally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Strong mechanical bias with good hands-on skills

Experience in fault-finding and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Experience with rotating machinery (motors, pumps, gearboxes)

Competent use of workshop machines and hand tools

Good understanding of preventative maintenance methodologies

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

Benefits:



£41,000 - £46,000 depending on experience, including shift allowance (after probation)

£60 per month attendance bonus

£50 per month production target bonus

Overtime at 1.5x – typically 1 Saturday per month

32 days holidays including bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 2 years’ service 

Time off in lieu

Pension scheme

Free flu jabs

Health & wellbeing

Annual Occupational Health screenings

Option to buy and sell holiday  

Cycle to Work scheme

Long service awards

Company rewards platform

Employee assistance programme

Internal training academy

Access to external training and supported education

Social culture and events 

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

 

Runcorn, Cheshire

 

£41,000 - £46,000 depending on experience

 

Maintenance Technician | Plant Maintenance | Mechanical Technician | Mechanical Bias | Multiskilled Maintenance | Multi Skilled Maintenance

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