Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Ripley
Salary: £46,550
Bonus: £1,314 Shift Pattern: 3-shift rotation Hours: 40 per week

I’m currently recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading manufacturing site based in Ripley. The successful candidate will support the site’s ongoing shift from reactive to proactive maintenance, helping to reduce downtime and improve overall efficiency.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a stable, forward thinking business with strong investment in people and processes.

Benefits

• 34 days holiday including bank holidays

• 7% matched stakeholder pension

• Medicash plan and private healthcare scheme eligibility

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Weekly on-site occupational health support

• Cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, and workwear provided

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of machinery

• Ensure all equipment meets safety and compliance standards

• Diagnose faults, identify root causes, and implement long-term fixes

• Log and track maintenance data using CMMS

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site

• Work collaboratively with engineers, operators, and managers

Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering (time-served apprenticeship)

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting

Technical Skills

• Welding (MIG, TIG, Arc), machining, pipe fitting

• Pneumatics and hydraulics systems

• Mechanical assembly: motors, gearboxes, conveyors, bearings, belts

• CMMS usage and interpretation of technical drawings

• IT literate (Microsoft packages)

• Steam knowledge desirable but not essential

Health & Safety

• Strong working knowledge of PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, and other UK safety standards

• Familiarity with LOTO procedures and risk assessments

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving mindset and communication skills

• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Flexible and proactive approach to supporting business needs

Get in touch with Josh Sharkey from Stirling Warrington for this role or any other Maintenance Engineer roles across the East Midlands.