Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Knowsley
Salary: Up to £45k depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time on site
Shift: On-call responsibilities apply

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a growing manufacturing facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled, hands-on mechanical engineer to join a developing production environment, where you will play an important role in maintaining plant reliability, reducing downtime and supporting continuous improvement.

The Role
As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a range of industrial production equipment and site services.

Your responsibilities will include:

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

* Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out effective repairs.

* Maintaining and repairing pumps, gearboxes, motors, agitators, valves and associated equipment.

* Working on mechanical drives, bearings, seals and rotating equipment.

* Maintenance and installation of industrial pipework and associated fittings.

* Welding, fabrication and general mechanical fitting.

* Working on industrial utilities including steam boilers and compressed-air systems.

* Supporting equipment installation, modifications and improvement projects.

* Identifying recurring equipment failures and recommending improvements.

* Working alongside production teams to minimise equipment downtime.

* Ensuring all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with site health, safety, quality and hygiene procedures.

About You

* At least 3 years' experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably within an industrial, manufacturing, food, chemical or process environment.

* Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

* Experience maintaining pumps, gearboxes, motors, valves and rotating equipment.

* Experience with welding, fabrication and industrial pipework.

* Good knowledge of health & safety procedures and safe systems of work.

* The ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team.

If you are interested in this position then please apply now