Maintenance Engineer

Morgan Ryder Associates; Wigan; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Wigan
£48,000 plus Excellent OT opportunities & incredible benefits such as…

1. Health cash plan to support your well-being.
2. A generous contributory pension scheme.
3. 24 days of annual leave, increasing to 26 days with service (plus bank holidays).
4. Free on-site parking for convenience.
5. Ongoing training and development to support your career growth.
6. Cycle-to-work scheme.
7. Discounted gym membership to promote a healthy lifestyle.

Why Join Us?

Are you passionate about engineering and thrive in fast-paced environments? Join a team that values your technical expertise and offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge machinery. We are a forward-thinking company with over a century of experience, renowned for delivering reliable roofing, waterproofing, and insulation solutions. If you're ready to expand your skills and make an impact, this role is for you!

Your Role

1. Take ownership of both proactive and reactive maintenance on all production machinery and equipment.
2. Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults swiftly and deliver effective solutions.
3. Perform routine servicing and detailed inspections of plant equipment.
4. Partner with production teams to minimise downtime and boost efficiency.
5. Ensure equipment is thoroughly tested before returning it to production.
6. Keep meticulous records of maintenance activities via our site CMMS.
7. Play a key role in installing and commissioning new equipment.
8. Work on a variety of automation systems, including Siemens, Rockwell - Allen Bradley, GE, Mitsubishi, and Omron control systems.
9. Conduct system backups, SCADA, HMI & PLC modifications, integrations, and upgrades.
10. Manage system controls and I/O's across site instrumentation.
11. Troubleshoot and repair inverters and 3-phase motors.
12. Support tank farm instrumentation and other critical plant systems.

Who We're Looking For

1. Interest in self-development, willing to take on new tasks & skills to suit company needs.
2. A confident planner who can prioritise tasks efficiently.
3. A sharp problem solver with the ability to diagnose and fix complex equipment issues.
4. An effective communicator, ensuring clear and concise reporting both verbally and in writing.
5. A reliable and accountable team player who takes pride in delivering results.
6. A collaborative team member who thrives in a fast-moving environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

1. Recognised Apprenticeship (minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
2. Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
3. Strong knowledge of diagnosing faults and implementing engineering solutions.
4. Familiarity with pneumatic, hydraulics, and process control systems.
5. Awareness of health and safety standards in engineering environments.

Desirable Skills & Experience

1. 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.
2. HNC or equivalent in Engineering.
3. Electrical/Mechanical multiskilling training and experience.
4. Experience with predictive maintenance strategies.
5. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're an ambitious Maintenance Engineer ready to join a company that values your skills and offers real career progression, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team where your expertise will be valued and rewarded.