Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
| Posting date: | 25 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £46,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 July 2025 |
| Location: | Poole, South West, BH15 |
| Company: | Holt Recruitment Group Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 57077837 |
Summary
We are proud to be partnering with a global leader in the sustainable manufacturing sector, known for innovation, circular economy initiatives, and cutting-edge technology. With a state-of-the-art facility based in Poole, they are now looking to grow their Engineering & Maintenance Team with the addition of a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.
As a key member of the Engineering team, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and optimising a variety of production equipment including thermoformers, extruders, print machines, enrobing machines, compressors, and HVAC systems. You’ll work a rotating Panama shift pattern, ensuring equipment operates efficiently, safely, and reliably.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems and production equipment.
- Diagnose mechanical faults, perform repairs, and reduce equipment downtime.
- Service and maintain pumps, motors, gearboxes, pneumatics, hydraulics, and more.
- Assist with installations, commissioning, and upgrades of machinery.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and hygiene standards.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
- Collaborate with production, tooling, and other departments to identify and resolve engineering issues.
What We’re Looking For Essential:
- Recognised mechanical qualification (City & Guilds, ONC/HNC or equivalent).
- Proven engineering background within a manufacturing or process environment.
- Experience with PPM systems and fault-finding across a broad range of mechanical equipment.
- Good knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, gearboxes, HVAC, etc.
Desirable:
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Abrasive wheels certification.
- Familiarity with fire alarm systems and weekly test routines.
Benefits:
- Starting salary of £46,000 (incl. shift allowance)
- 6-monthly production bonus
- Bupa Cash Plan & Group Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Safety boot contribution
- Long service rewards
- Regular company events
If you are interested or require more info then please apply or call Ian at Holt Engineering on 07734406996.
As a key member of the Engineering team, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and optimising a variety of production equipment including thermoformers, extruders, print machines, enrobing machines, compressors, and HVAC systems. You’ll work a rotating Panama shift pattern, ensuring equipment operates efficiently, safely, and reliably.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems and production equipment.
- Diagnose mechanical faults, perform repairs, and reduce equipment downtime.
- Service and maintain pumps, motors, gearboxes, pneumatics, hydraulics, and more.
- Assist with installations, commissioning, and upgrades of machinery.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and hygiene standards.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
- Collaborate with production, tooling, and other departments to identify and resolve engineering issues.
What We’re Looking For Essential:
- Recognised mechanical qualification (City & Guilds, ONC/HNC or equivalent).
- Proven engineering background within a manufacturing or process environment.
- Experience with PPM systems and fault-finding across a broad range of mechanical equipment.
- Good knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, gearboxes, HVAC, etc.
Desirable:
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Abrasive wheels certification.
- Familiarity with fire alarm systems and weekly test routines.
Benefits:
- Starting salary of £46,000 (incl. shift allowance)
- 6-monthly production bonus
- Bupa Cash Plan & Group Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Safety boot contribution
- Long service rewards
- Regular company events
If you are interested or require more info then please apply or call Ian at Holt Engineering on 07734406996.