Maintenance Engineer

Overview: Working alongside our client, an established injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their team.Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunityBenefits:Enhanced pension schemeLife insuranceCompany sick pay up to 24 weeks (increasing with years of service)All PPE provided, including safety shoesOpportunity to work 208 hours contractual overtimeExtensive development and progression opportunitiesRemit:As a Maintenance Engineer you will be required to provide breakdown cover and maintain injection moulding machines, automation equipment and associated ancillary equipmentAs a Maintenance Engineer, you will have strong electrical/mechanical applications with proven experience of problem solving, fault finding and repairing of manufacturing machinery as well as robots, and automated systems.This is an excellent opportunity offering job security, career progression and satisfaction for the successful applicant of the Maintenance Engineer post.Role:To provide shift breakdown cover on all injection moulding machines, automation equipment and ancillary equipment.To maintain moulding machines, automation equipment and any ancillary equipment.To work in an efficient and safe manner on breakdown repairs on all equipmentTo support and implement progressive improvements of our existing manufacturing automation processes working with both internal and external resources.To work with other teams within the business to deliver a common goal.To be included in continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency through the business.Participate in a safe working environment and that safe working practices are adopted at all times.To comply with all company rules, regulations and procedures at all times and adopt good working practices.Along with the Automation Engineering Supervisor, add to training conversations to skill enrich peers.To deliver improvement targets (OEE) within your area of responsibilityAssist other engineers as and when required.Experience Requirements:Time served Engineer electrical or mechanicalAs a Maintenance Engineer it would be a distinct advantage to have experience of working in an injection moulding environment however other industries will be consideredSelf-motivated with the will to improve the equipment effectivenessGood electrical investigation and repair experienceYou will have a good mechanical application and experience / working understanding with hydraulics and/or pneumaticsYou will have good clear communication skills for interacting with your team and other department Managers.Key Words: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Electro-mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Injection Moulding, Plastics, PackagingFOOTERDue to the sheer volume of applications we receive we will only contact successful applications that meet the requirements of our client job brief. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please deem your application as unsuccessful.For all UK job positions work seekers must be eligible to work and live in the UKSierra 57 ConsultTechnical Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Specialist Plastics, Packaging & Precision EngineeringSierra 57 Consult Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, Sierra 57 Consult will require proof of identification. A current copy of a passport, driving license, ID card or NI card will be required as part of the registration process. Email copies are acceptable.Sierra 57 Consult has been designed to project manage the mechanics of all aspects concerning the recruitment processes, implementing a simple and succinct method for targeting and introducing bona fide and skilled candidates to reputable clients and potential employers. xjdpvnf If this advertised position does not interest you, please consider our other opportunities by sending your updated CV outlining your achievements and your personal requisites, i.e. salary, location, job roles. Please just Google Sierra 57 & register with us.

Created: 2026-03-18