Maintenance Engineer

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Maintenance Engineer – £44,000 per annum
Location: Kings Norton (STC – Sanko)
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join our Process Engineering team based within Kings Norton. In this hands-on role, you’ll ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of all machinery, plant equipment, and factory facilities — keeping production running smoothly and in full compliance with safety and statutory requirements.
You’ll be part of a proactive engineering team that takes pride in maintaining high standards across our site and driving continuous improvement in our processes and equipment performance.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: £44,000 per annum ✅ Competitive company benefits package ✅ Opportunity for overtime and training ✅ Supportive, safety-focused working environment
Key Responsibilities
* Perform routine, reactive, and preventative maintenance on all production machinery and site equipment.
* Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults quickly to minimise downtime.
* Support new equipment installation and commissioning projects.
* Develop and manage a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedule.
* Liaise with external contractors and suppliers for repairs, servicing, and installations.
* Conduct safety system checks (fire alarms, security systems) and maintain site compliance.
* Assist production teams to ensure high performance and “right first time” output.
* Contribute to continuous improvement and plant safety initiatives.
* Maintain high housekeeping standards and participate in production and safety meetings.
About You
You’re a hands-on, self-motivated engineer who enjoys solving problems and keeping complex manufacturing operations running efficiently. You’ll bring solid technical knowledge, teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a maintenance engineering role within manufacturing.
* Qualified in mechanical and/or electrical engineering (multi-skilled preferred).
* Experience with pneumatics and ideally hydraulics.
* Knowledge of robotics, air handling systems, filtration, and automated conveyors advantageous.
* Confident with fault-finding, wiring, and reading technical drawings.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; familiarity with Rhombus Factory Information System (training provided).
Desirable:
* Manual Handling, Working at Height, IPAF/MEWP certification.
* Fire alarm and security system maintenance experience.
What We’re Looking For
* A strong team player who can also work independently.
* Flexible approach to working hours when required.
* Excellent fault-finding, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* Proactive and safety-conscious mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
* Ability to manage contractors, ensuring safety documentation (RAMS, Permits to Work) is in place
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Location:
Kings Norton, City And Borough Of Birmingham
Salary:
£44,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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