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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Yolk Recruitment
Bristol
4 days ago
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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer£50,000Continental Shift PatternBristolYolk Recruitment is proud to represent a leading organisation in Bristol, in their search for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.Operating as part of a wider group, the company is a key player in the area. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, the company continues to invest in its people, processes, and technology to maintain its position as an industry leader.After significant investment in 2024 they are keen to employ several Mechanical Maintenance Engineers to join their team. Position Overview:As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer you will be a crucial part of our client's operations. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of equipment, ensuring the smooth running of production processes, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the facility. If you're a skilled engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, this is your opportunity.This is what you'll be doing.Conducting both planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure the smooth running of production linesDiagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentEnsuring all work complies with health and safety standards and food industry regulationsContributing to continuous improvement initiatives, optimising processes and enhancing efficiencyWorking collaboratively with production and engineering teams to ensure seamless operationThe experience you'll bring to the team.Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role within a fast paced manufacturing or food production environmentStrong electrical fault-finding and repair skillsA proactive and problem-solving approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressureRecognised Mechanical Engineering Qualifications (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent)Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced settingAnd this is what you'll get in return.A salary of circa £50,000 , weekly pay and regular overtime opportunities.Are you up to the challenge? Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Andy JonesPlease apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch.*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.TPBN1_UKTJ

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