Reliability Engineer
Chorley
Days Only (Mon-Fri)

40.00p/h Outside IR35

Gap Technical is working in partnership with a well-established and forward-thinking organisation to recruit a Reliability Engineer. This is a site-based role focused on improving asset reliability, reducing downtime, and driving long-term maintenance effectiveness. The role combines hands-on engineering support with proactive reliability engineering, making it ideal for an experienced engineer looking to influence asset strategy while remaining technically involved.

Performance Objectives

Support and implement Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programmes
Analyse asset and maintenance data to identify reliability risks and improvement opportunities
Develop and monitor KPIs including OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and maintenance effectiveness
Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA) on recurring failures
Carry out Asset Care Assessments to identify gaps and risks within existing maintenance strategies
Support condition monitoring activities such as vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and adopt new reliability technologies
Work closely with maintenance and operations teams to embed best practices
Provide technical coaching and support to site-based engineering teams

Person Specification

Minimum 5 years' experience in maintenance, reliability, or engineering roles
Strong knowledge of RCM, PdM, RCA, FMEA, and reliability engineering tools
Hands-on mechanical and electrical fault-finding experience
Experience working with CMMS systems such as SAP or Maximo
Confident using data analysis tools including Excel and/or Power BI
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels

Qualifications

Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification (ECITB / CompEx Ex11 advantageous)
Level 3 Electrical qualification (NVQ / Diploma - 18th Edition desirable)
Reliability certifications such as ARP, CMRP, or CRL
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification

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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical, who are operating as an employment business.
Gap Technical is a specialist engineering recruitment consultancy, working in partnership with manufacturers and engineering organisations across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality recruitment solutions while supporting candidates throughout the hiring process

Closing Date: 12.02.2026