Maintenance Engineer
| Posting date: | 09 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £38,000 to £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 October 2025 |
| Location: | NG17 1BX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 183475-1121 |
Summary
Keep our timber-frame factory running like a well-oiled machine.
We're on the hunt for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to handle breakdowns, upkeep, and preventive maintenance in our timber-frame manufacturing environment. Whether it's mechanical repairs, electrical fault-finding, or keeping things moving smoothly, you'll step in, keep downtime low, and help the team hit production goals.
What you'll do:
• Perform reactive and preventative maintenance on factory machinery
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical faults
• Carry out PPMs (planned preventive maintenance) and urgent repairs
• Maintain compliance with health & safety standards
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimise downtime
What we're looking for:
• Qualified in mechanical/electrical engineering (apprentice-trained or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Team player, reliable, and safety-conscious
• Bonus: experience with automated/PLC-controlled machinery or CMMS systems
What we offer:
• £38,000 - £45,000 salary (DOE)
• Clear opportunities for training and career progression
• A supportive team and modern, well-maintained machinery
Apply now: Send your CV to rhian@thornbaker.co.uk