Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Technician to join a well-established FMCG manufacturing operation in the Skelmersdale area.

The role is working Days Monday - Friday.

Salary is c£50,000 per annum (negotiable, depending on experience) plus 27 days' holiday and bank holidays, excellent pension, company bonus etc

Duties for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:

This is a hands-on days-based position supporting the ongoing reliability, maintenance, and performance of production equipment across a busy manufacturing site. The successful candidate will play a key role in planned maintenance activities, continuous improvement projects, and ensuring machinery operates efficiently with minimal downtime.

Key Responsibilities

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Carry out planned preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance across site

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Support production teams with fault finding and breakdown resolution

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Assist in driving machinery reliability and continuous improvement initiatives

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Work with maintenance planning systems to manage and record engineering activities

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Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety and quality standards

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Support contractor activities and assist with equipment installations and commissioning

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Mentor and support junior engineers and apprentices where required

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Maintain high workshop and housekeeping standards

Candidate Requirements

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Completed a recognised mechanical or multi-skilled engineering apprenticeship

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NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualification

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Previous experience within manufacturing, FMCG, heavy industry, or process environments

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Strong mechanical fault-finding and maintenance experience

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Experience working on automated production equipment, hydraulics, pumps, conveyors, rotating equipment, or similar machinery

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Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently or as part of a team

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Experience using CMMS/SAP systems would be advantageous

What’s on Offer for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:

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Stable long-term opportunity within a successful manufacturing business

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Supportive engineering and operations team

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Ongoing training and development opportunities

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Competitive salary and benefits package

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Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and site performance initiatives

How to apply:

Please call Rebecca at Simply Recruitment Group or press APPLY NOW