Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Technical Network | Executive Network Group - Quality & Maintenance specialist

Role: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Birmingham

Shift: Days (Occasional shift cover)

a global manufacturer in the Birmingham area is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a days‑based role. The ideal candidate will be a hard‑working and adaptable engineer with a strong technical background within a fast‑paced, heavy industry manufacturing environment. Working in a fast‑paced environment, you will report to the Maintenance Team Leader and provide planned preventive maintenance expertise along with responses to reactive breakdowns.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for annealing maintenance activities, overseeing annealing processes, TPM initiatives, and contractor coordination to ensure smooth operations and optimal equipment availability.
• Adhere to and promote company Health, Safety & Environmental policies, completing relevant risk assessments and following all SOPs.
• Deliver hands‑on mechanical and technical support for annealing equipment and assist with maintenance across other production lines.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and TPM tasks, while responding promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns.
• Monitor, assess, and interpret equipment performance data to support continuous improvement and enhance reliability.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to plan and execute maintenance activities with minimal operational impact.
• Lead, mentor, and support apprentices, contributing to their technical development and skill progression.
• Manage spare parts availability and oversee on‑site contractors, ensuring all work meets company standards and compliance requirements.
• Provide technical insight and support for engineering projects, equipment upgrades, and new machinery installations.

Key requirements

• Time‑served with relevant Mechanical Engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC; HNC desirable).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in medium to heavy industrial maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of fluid power systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, fabrication, and machine shop activities.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.
• Experience with annealing, induction furnaces, casting, or rolling equipment is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, organisational skills.
• Able to work independently, within a team, and provide cover on 4 on / 4 off shifts when required.

Please apply online or contact for a confidential conversation.