Maintenance Engineer jobs in United Kingdom

Join to apply for the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer role at Duxvalves. Competitive salary plus overtime is available, with a 4 on 4 off schedule (day 7 am‑7 pm and night 7 pm‑7 am). Our client is a global leading manufacturer offering progression opportunities and excellent benefits.

• Preventative Maintenance & Equipment Uptime
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks and inspections on injection moulding machines, auxiliary equipment, and related systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical).
  • Monitor equipment performance parameters, identify potential issues, and take corrective action to prevent breakdowns.
  • Implement improvements to optimize equipment efficiency and prolong operating life.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Breakdown Response & Troubleshooting
  • Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and troubleshoot the source of the problem efficiently.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults using established procedures and tools.
  • Minimize downtime and ensure timely restoration of production.
  • Possess a strong understanding of injection moulding machinery: hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, controls, process variables.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of safety procedures and LOTO protocols.

• Time‑served Level 3 apprenticeship in engineering discipline (preferably multi‑skilled)
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
• CMMS experience (preferably Shire Pirana) with accurate records maintenance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to effectively integrate with the existing maintenance team

• Experience in injection moulding, robotics (3 + 6 Axis) and automated packaging lines
• Able to use initiative, identify solutions to problems, and recommend improvements
• Aware of safety regulations PUWER, LOLER, etc.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing
• Strong root‑cause analysis skills (5Y, RCPS, 8‑D, Ishikawa, etc.)
• PLC experience troubleshooting, basic programming, and machine fault finding using ladder logic analysis

To apply, please send your CV to James @ TRF.