Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - 4-on-4-off Shift
Location: Market Harborough
Start: ASAP
Hours: 4-on-4-off rotation (day and night shifts)
Rate: £22.11 per hour

We are recruiting a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team on a 4-on-4-off shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities:

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Conduct mechanical maintenance, repairs, and fault diagnosis on plant machinery (pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, hydraulics).

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Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) via CMMS systems (e.g., Holistech) to ensure equipment reliability.

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Respond promptly to breakdowns and carry out safe repairs or replacements.

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Collaborate with production teams to optimise equipment performance.

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Support continuous improvement projects to reduce costs and increase efficiency.

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Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records.

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Work independently and as part of a small engineering team.

Requirements:

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Apprentice-trained Mechanical Engineer (minimum Level 3) with industrial/manufacturing experience.

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Proven skills in mechanical fault-finding and diagnostics.

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Experience with pumps, hydraulics, conveyors, gearboxes, and other mechanical systems.

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Knowledge of PPM systems in a production environment.

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Understanding of Health & Safety in an industrial setting.

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Strong communication skills (Level 3 English/IELTS or equivalent).

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Motivated, proactive, and adaptable to shift patterns.

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Eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits:

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Competitive pay with overtime at 1.25×

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28 days holiday including bank holidays

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Company pension and sick pay schemes

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Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, life assurance, cycle to work

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Occupational Health and Employee Assistance Programme

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Discounts and rewards, plus £300 “Introduce a Friend” bonus