Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Hartlepool

Salary: Circa £42,000 - £48,000 PA

Benefits:

Competitive holiday package (26 days + 8 bank holidays)

Company pension contributions

Free on-site parking

Overtime at competitive rates

Early finish on Fridays

£300 quarterly attendance bonus

Opportunities for career progression

The Company:

Our client is a leader in manufacturing and innovation within a leading sector, catering to diverse industries such as automotive, filtration, aerospace, engineering, and agriculture.

This stable and dynamic company prides itself on its committed, skilled workforce and high-quality machinery, both of which drive its continuous success. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values work-life balance, employee growth, and offers a competitive benefits package.

Working Hours:

2 Shift Pattern

Job Description:

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of factory equipment. Your responsibilities will include preventive and reactive maintenance of machinery, with a strong focus on hydraulics, pneumatics, and fault finding on presses. The successful Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will also be responsible for uploading downtime data and key performance indicators (KPIs) into a system, making this a data-driven role that requires attention to detail and accuracy.

Main Responsibilities of the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:

Commission and install new plant equipment across the factory.

Execute routine preventative maintenance and planned maintenance (PPM) schedules.

Quickly respond to and resolve faults on machinery, documenting steps to prevent recurring issues.

Ensure all maintenance records and documentation are completed accurately.

Build effective relationships with internal departments and liaise with external contractors as necessary.

Must have exposure of working within heavy industry / press manufacturing enviroment.

Skills & Experience Required:

Relevant mechanical maintenance qualification (HNC/HND/ONC or similar).

Proven experience in a high-demand manufacturing environment, ideally within heavy industry or similar

Proficiency in fault diagnostics and troubleshooting on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Strong mechanical knowledge, particularly in working with presses./ lathes / milling etc

Excellent data management skills for tracking machinery downtime and performance.

Any exposure of continuous improvement or working upon projects are advantageous

Why Should You Apply?

This role offers the chance to join a company known for its stability, competitive pay, and commitment to employee development. As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you’ll enjoy a varied and challenging role with room for career growth and professional development, backed by a supportive team and extensive benefits. If you are data-driven, detail-oriented, and eager to work with cutting-edge machinery in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you