Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our clients engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on a range of press machines and associated mechanical equipment within our manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on role requiring strong mechanical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a focus on ensuring equipment uptime and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled PPM tasks in line with the site’s maintenance strategy and OEM guidelines.
• Maintain and repair mechanical components such as hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, gears, couplings, and conveyors.
• Collaborate with production and planning teams to coordinate maintenance without disrupting operations.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and faults on press machines and related mechanical systems.
• Diagnose root causes of mechanical failures
• Minimise machine downtime and ensure a fast return to production while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Provide support during equipment failure investigations and implement lessons learned.
• Assist in the refurbishment and overhaul of press machines during scheduled downtime.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new or modified equipment.

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