Maintenance Engineer (CNC Machines) Location: Denham Salary: £40,000–£42,000 + Overtime Hours: Days | Early Finish Fridays Contract: Permanent, Full-Time About the Company Join a leading British engineering manufacturer at the forefront of aerospace technology. This organisation designs and produces world-class components that play a vital role in safeguarding lives in critical applications. As part of the Machine Shop maintenance team, you’ll be joining a company that values precision, innovation, and reliability — offering long-term stability and opportunities for professional growth. The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be responsible for keeping CNC machinery operating at peak performance through proactive maintenance, timely repairs, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with the Machine Shop Manager, you’ll play a hands-on role in reducing downtime, solving complex technical issues, and supporting smooth day-to-day production. Key Responsibilities * Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance in line with manufacturer specifications. * Diagnose and repair faults on CNC machinery, including 4- and 5-axis machining centres and CNC turning machines. * Replace or repair worn components, wiring, and electrical parts. * Liaise with external suppliers and contractors for specialist repairs where needed. * Operate forklifts and lifting equipment safely for the movement of tools and materials. About You We’re looking for a proactive, hands-on engineer with a solid background in maintaining CNC machine tools and a strong focus on quality, safety, and reliability. Essential Requirements * 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (IEE) certification. * Forklift licence. * Skilled in the use of hand tools and electrical testing equipment. * Proven experience maintaining CNC machines in a manufacturing environment. * GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English. * Excellent fault-finding ability, manual dexterity, and a logical approach to problem-solving.  What’s on Offer * Competitive salary £40,000–£42,000 + overtime. * 9% non-contributory pension scheme. * Life assurance at 4x annual salary. * Early finish every Friday. * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase additional days). * Comprehensive training and career development opportunities. * Healthcare cash plan, Cycle to Work scheme, and employee discounts. * Workplace nursery benefit and family-friendly policies. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to become part of a stable, forward-thinking engineering business where your technical expertise will be valued, your development supported, and your work will make a tangible difference. By applying for this position, you consent to Recruit Engineering processing and storing your personal data, including your CV, contact details, and any other relevant information, for the purpose of providing work-finding services. This consent includes forwarding your details to our clients and storing your information on our recruitment software database. Your consent will last for two years, and you can withdraw it at any time by contacting us in writing or via email