Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer Location: Birmingham Salary: £33,000 PA Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Role: Our client, a well-established manufacturing company with over 30 years of industry experience, is seeking a skilled and experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a leading manufacturer that has recently undergone significant restructuring and expansion, making it an exciting time to be part of their future. Position Purpose: The successful candidate will be responsible for preventative and reactive maintenance of a range of production equipment. This includes mechanical and electrical maintenance of machinery such as injection moulding machines, tool room equipment, and various other machines used on-site. Key Responsibilities: Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on production equipment, including injection moulding machines, tool room equipment, and ancillary machinery. Fault finding on PLC systems (Siemens S5 & S7, Mitsubishi). Conduct root cause analysis to identify potential equipment failures and prevent breakdowns. Carry out planned maintenance and record details in the Maintenance software system. Liaise with production teams to schedule downtime for essential repairs. Source and replace parts as necessary. Respond to daily breakdowns and ensure all details are recorded in the Maintenance software. Recommend and implement process improvements to minimise equipment downtime. Skills and Experience Required: Strong experience with extrusion and mixing plants. Experience operating (or willingness to be trained to operate) forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, cherry pickers, and scissor lifts. Able to safely handle sharp and heavy objects. Familiarity with the use of handheld and stationary power tools. Comfortable working in confined spaces and carrying out physically demanding tasks (reaching, bending, lifting). Proficient with Microsoft Office and Maintenance software packages. Ability to read and interpret both hydraulic and electrical drawings. Excellent problem-solving abilities and time management skills. Strong attention to detail and good written and oral communication skills. Previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer within an injection moulding environment is essential. Qualifications: Fully qualified in mechanical and electrical engineering. 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certificate (preferred). Working Hours: Full-time position, 42.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9am – 6pm). Benefits: Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Workplace pension after 3 months. 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays. How to Apply: This is a great opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to take the next step in their career. If you have a strong background in both mechanical and electrical maintenance and are looking to work for a well-established, forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you! TPBN1_UKTJ