We're recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business in Poole. If you have strong Mechanical Engineering experience and enjoy working on a wide range of production machinery, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable company that invests in both its people and technology.
Why apply for this Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role?
You'll enjoy:
Salary up to £53,000 including shift allowance
6-monthly production bonus
Group Life Assurance
Bupa Cash Plan
Long service rewards
Safety boot contribution
Regular company events
Ongoing training and development
Working for a global manufacturer focused on sustainability and innovation
Key Responsibilities
As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will:
Carry out planned preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs
Diagnose and rectify faults on production and site equipment
Work on extruders, thermoformers, compressors, conveyors, pumps and HVAC systems
Assist with machinery installations and commissioning
Complete maintenance reports and documentation
Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement projects
Manage spare parts and inventory levels
Work closely with production teams and contractors
What we're looking for
To be successful in this Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role in Poole, you'll need:
A recognised mechanical qualification (City & Guilds, ONC or HNC)
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong Mechanical Engineering knowledge
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and HVAC systems
Knowledge of PPM systems
Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skillsDesirable skills include welding, fabrication and abrasive wheels training.
This role operates on a Panama shift pattern, covering days, nights and weekends, averaging 42 hours per week.
If you're an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Poole, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now.
Job Number │ (phone number removed) / INDINDUSTRIALWC
Location │ Poole
Role │ Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Salary description
£40000.00 - £53000.00 per year