Maintenance Engineer - Multi-Skilled
Location: Birmingham
Salary: 40,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Thursday 07:00-16:00, Friday 07:00-14:30
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Overview
An established and highly regarded manufacturer of rubber extrusions, gaskets, and moulded components is looking to add a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to their team based in Birmingham.
This is a hands-on role focused on keeping extrusion and moulding equipment running efficiently through a combination of proactive planned maintenance and reactive fault-finding. The role has a strong mechanical focus, with approximately 70% mechanical and 30% electrical responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Respond promptly to breakdowns and faults across a variety of plant and extrusion equipment
* Carry out mechanical maintenance on hydraulic presses, extruders, pneumatic systems, rotating equipment, etc.
* Conduct electrical diagnostics and repairs (e.g. motors, drives, sensors, control panels, PLCs)
* Implement and enhance a structured Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme
* Lead or assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvement projects
* Ensure all work is carried out in line with health, safety, and environmental standards
* Keep accurate records: maintenance logs, risk assessments, fault reports, and service history
What We're Looking For
* Minimum 3 years' experience in both mechanical and electrical maintenance, with a mechanical bias
* Ability to work independently and manage your own workload efficiently
* A logical and systematic approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving
* Strong awareness of Health & Safety in a manufacturing environment
* Experience in rubber, polymer, or extrusion-based manufacturing is desirable but not essential
* Comfortable leading or supporting technical projects and installations
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 in either Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (essential)
* 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (essential for electrical compliance)
* HNC or BTEC in a relevant engineering discipline (preferred)
* Demonstrable experience maintaining production equipment in a manufacturing environment
Why Apply?
* Join a stable and specialist manufacturing business with a strong industry reputation
* Enjoy a varied role with both mechanical and electrical responsibilities
* Take the lead in driving machine performance, reliability, and improvements
* Competitive salary of ?40,000 per annum
* Supportive team environment with real ownership of your area
* Fixed daytime shifts - no on-call occasional weekend work
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Workforce Staffing Ltd
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Birmingham, West Midlands B4 6FQ
£40,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The company is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Birmingham.
- The role offers a salary of £40,000 per annum and requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
- Responsibilities include responding to equipment breakdowns, conducting mechanical maintenance, and performing electrical diagnostics and repairs.
- Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and a strong awareness of health and safety in a manufacturing environment.
- This full-time, permanent position features fixed daytime shifts with no on-call requirements and occasional weekend work.
