Maintenance Engineer

Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a proactive, hands‑on Maintenance Engineer to join our team and play a key role in ensuring
the safe, reliable and efficient running of our plant, equipment and facilities.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, continuous improvement and getting involved
in a wide variety of engineering tasks.

Who are You?
An adaptable, safety‑conscious engineer with a strong problem‑solving mindset.
Comfortable working independently, using your initiative and prioritising tasks effectively.
Confident interacting across departments and working with external contractors.
Keen to learn, improve systems and support long‑term asset reliability.
Multi skilled with either an electrical or mechanical biased.

What competencies will you need?
NVQ3/BTEC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline (electrical, mechanical or plumbing).
1–2 years’ experience maintaining industrial equipment.
Strong practical engineering skills and familiarity with CMMS systems.
Ability to analyse breakdowns and develop permanent engineering solutions.
Good communication skills, computer literacy and a tidy, organised approach to work.
Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required.
Desirable: IPAF, PAT Testing, Working at Height, Confined Space, First Aid, Forklift licence, Legionella,
Asbestos Awareness.
Experience and background in maintenance in an industrial background - ideally chemicals.
Knowledge and experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance
Level 3 or above NVQ in electrical engineering / maintenance / installation
Familiar with H&S compliance, permit to work, Risk assessments, lock out tag out etc
Is local to site to attend emergency call outs - within 30 minutes
Experience in using IT equipment using excel, outlook, etc.
Creating, reading and following Manuals, engineering drawings, P&IDs, SOPs.
Desirable skills:
Experience using a CMMS System
Level 4 or above qualification in engineering
Is experienced in initiating and completing continuous improvement projects
Has knowledge of 5S and Lean manufacturing
Has worked in Chemical manufacturing on equipment such as steam boilers, air compressors / Pneumatics,
Water chillers, Installing and maintaining plastic piperwork system and electrical control systems.