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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Day ShiftFed up with feeling like the “breakdown firefighter”?Ready for a role where you can actually get ahead of the maintenance curve and make a real impact?This Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role gives you the chance to take ownership of a modern, fast-paced production environment where reliability, safety, and continuous improvement are genuinely valued. You’ll be part of a highly skilled maintenance team, keeping critical equipment running smoothly and ensuring the site hits its performance targets every single day.Job Responsibilities Deliver high-quality mechanical maintenance across production equipment to consistently meet factory performance targetsCarry out mechanical setup, changeovers, and production supportDiagnose and repair mechanical breakdowns quickly and effectivelyPerform planned preventive maintenance to minimise downtimeSupport with fabrication, machining, and installation of plant and machineryRespond to first-line issues across boilers, chillers, air compressors, and wider site utilitiesWork safely at all times, following site standards and contributing to a strong safety cultureUse stores systems and Maintenance Management Systems accuratelyContribute to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives across the siteProvide occasional support to electrical tasks when required (within competency) Skills and Experience Recognised mechanical apprenticeship (City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent)Strong experience working on production and process equipment in a factory environmentSolid mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding skillsMachining and/or welding skillsExperience with boilers, chillers, compressors, and uti