Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £50,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 April 2026 |
| Location: | IP287AS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SF646801-65087 |
Summary
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our client’s Maintenance team across three sites in Mildenhall. This vital role is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of machinery, equipment, and facilities, driving reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain and repair machinery and associated equipment to the highest standards.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and implement effective remedial actions promptly.
• Disassemble machinery to replace worn or defective components.
• Accurately record and update maintenance activities using specialised software systems.
• Support and collaborate with visiting service engineers to facilitate repairs and upgrades.
• Maintain facilities across all company locations, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Act as the primary liaison for off-site contractors, coordinating schedules and work scope.
• Analyse processes and equipment to identify potential improvements and cost-saving opportunities.
• Provide maintenance support to other business areas as required, demonstrating flexibility.
Qualifications & Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
• Proven experience working with general workshop machinery and equipment.
• Previous experience in a mechanical maintenance role, ideally within a 24/7 production environment or shift-based operation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, including the ability to dismantle machinery and replace components such as bearings and conveyor belts.
• Competence in welding and fabrication techniques.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours when necessary.
• Excellent communication skills, enabling effective liaison with personnel at all levels.
What Our Client Offers
• Comprehensive guidance and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• The chance to work with cutting-edge non-lethal training technology in a collaborative and professional environment.
• A competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• A permanent, full-time role (Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week).
• An on-site position based in Mildenhall, Suffolk.
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact Marta or Kasia to apply.