Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

February 9, 2026
£40000 - £40000
Urgent

Job Description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Paisely
Salary: 41,500
Shift Pattern: Days

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business that is looking to strengthen its engineering team with an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer. This is a great opportunity to join a stable site with modern machinery and a strong focus on reliability and continuous improvement.

The Role

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving plant reliability through effective planned and reactive maintenance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Carrying out mechanical maintenance, fault finding, and repairs on production machinery

  • Working on pumps, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics

  • Supporting PPM schedules and responding to breakdowns efficiently

  • Assisting with machinery installations and improvement projects

  • Ensuring all work is completed in line with health & safety standards

  • Working closely with electrical engineers and production teams

The Ideal Candidate

  • Proven experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer within a manufacturing or industrial environment

  • Strong mechanical fault-finding skills

  • Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics

  • Able to work independently and as part of a team

  • Relevant mechanical qualification (NVQ / City & Guilds / Apprenticeship) preferred

What’s On Offer

  • Competitive basic salary with overtime available

  • Company pension and benefits package

  • Ongoing training and development

  • Secure, long-term role within a reputable business

If you’re a mechanically biased maintenance engineer looking for your next move, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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