Maintenance Engineer

Pertemps Daventry is recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing client for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their growing maintenance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer looking to secure a long-term position within a busy manufacturing environment. You'll play a key role in keeping production running by maintaining plant machinery, responding to breakdowns, and carrying out planned preventative maintenance.

If you're a proactive engineer with strong fault-finding skills and a passion for continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Responding quickly to machinery breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective repairs on plant and production equipment.
• Completing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to agreed schedules.
• Identifying root causes of recurring faults and recommending continuous improvement solutions.
• Performing routine inspections and safety checks across site equipment.
• Supporting the installation and maintenance of manufacturing machinery.
• Supervising contractors and ensuring all work is completed in line with health and safety procedures.
• Working closely with production teams to ensure equipment reliability.
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues where required.

What We're Looking For

• A recognised engineering qualification such as an Apprenticeship, BTEC, City & Guilds, or NVQ Level 3.
• Previous maintenance engineering experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems.
• A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with crane systems would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's On Offer

• Temporary to permanent opportunity. - Salary - £32,000 - £40,000 PA Denpending on Experience
• Monday to Friday day shifts - enjoy your evenings and weekends.
• Overtime available.
• Competitive hourly pay.
• Stable, long-term opportunity with an established employer.
• Supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Apply TodayIf you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Daventry, we'd love to hear from you.

For Further information please contact Niki at Pertemps Daventry on