Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
CV-LibraryDN18, Barton upon Humber, North LincolnshirepermanentPosted: 24 April 2026
Apply NowWe are seeking experienced Mechanical Engineers to join the engineering team at our large‑scale manufacturing facility in Barton. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving high‑volume production equipment within a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment.
The role operates on either a rotating shift pattern covering mornings and afternoons or a permanent shift, depending on operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on a wide range of manufacturing plant and machinery.
* Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns, minimising downtime and disruption to production.
* Diagnose mechanical faults and complete repairs across equipment including conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, bearings, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
* Support fault finding activities alongside Electrical Engineers where required.
* Conduct root cause analysis on repeat failures and implement long‑term, sustainable solutions.
* Identify and drive continuous improvements to machinery reliability, performance, and safety.
* Accurately log all maintenance and breakdown activity on the CMMS (Shire system).
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping and engineering best practice at all times.
* Fully comply with all Health & Safety policies and procedures in line with the Integrated Management System (IMS).
Shift Patterns
Barton Main Site
* Week 1: 6:00am – 2:30pm (Monday to Friday)
* Week 2: 2:30pm – 11:00pm (Monday to Friday)
Parrot Street Site
* Week 1: 6:00am – 4:30pm (Monday to Thursday)
* Week 2: 6:00am – 4:30pm (Tuesday to Friday)
Essential Requirements
* Minimum Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
* Proven experience in a mechanical maintenance role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
* Strong fault‑finding skills across mechanical systems, including hydraulics and pneumatics.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure in a production‑critical environment.
* Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across engineering and production teams.
* Proactive, hands‑on approach with a strong focus on continuous improvement and safety.
Desirable Experience
* Experience within FMCG, woodworking, or high‑volume manufacturing environments.
* Previous experience working with automated production machinery
The role operates on either a rotating shift pattern covering mornings and afternoons or a permanent shift, depending on operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on a wide range of manufacturing plant and machinery.
* Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns, minimising downtime and disruption to production.
* Diagnose mechanical faults and complete repairs across equipment including conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, bearings, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
* Support fault finding activities alongside Electrical Engineers where required.
* Conduct root cause analysis on repeat failures and implement long‑term, sustainable solutions.
* Identify and drive continuous improvements to machinery reliability, performance, and safety.
* Accurately log all maintenance and breakdown activity on the CMMS (Shire system).
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping and engineering best practice at all times.
* Fully comply with all Health & Safety policies and procedures in line with the Integrated Management System (IMS).
Shift Patterns
Barton Main Site
* Week 1: 6:00am – 2:30pm (Monday to Friday)
* Week 2: 2:30pm – 11:00pm (Monday to Friday)
Parrot Street Site
* Week 1: 6:00am – 4:30pm (Monday to Thursday)
* Week 2: 6:00am – 4:30pm (Tuesday to Friday)
Essential Requirements
* Minimum Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
* Proven experience in a mechanical maintenance role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
* Strong fault‑finding skills across mechanical systems, including hydraulics and pneumatics.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure in a production‑critical environment.
* Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across engineering and production teams.
* Proactive, hands‑on approach with a strong focus on continuous improvement and safety.
Desirable Experience
* Experience within FMCG, woodworking, or high‑volume manufacturing environments.
* Previous experience working with automated production machinery