Senior Maintenance Engineer

Summary

An established coastal leisure operation is seeking a Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer/Technician to take a hands-on role in maintaining and improving a busy site of amusement rides and supporting equipment.

This position offers the opportunity to progress into a lead decision-making role, overseeing maintenance standards, safety compliance, and operational reliability across multiple mechanical systems in a dynamic, customer-facing environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across rides and site equipment
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults
• Ensure all equipment operates safely and efficiently, in line with relevant regulations (including HSG 175)
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, servicing, and repairs (digital and written)
• Take increasing responsibility for maintenance decision-making and inspections
• Liaise with external inspection bodies and support compliance processes
• Monitor and manage spare parts stock levels, reducing downtime
• Undertake physical tasks including working at height (up to 10m), ladder access, and manual handling

Candidate experience and qualifications required

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Full UK driving licence
• Minimum 5 years' hands-on maintenance experience
• Background in industries such as:
• Plant / agricultural machinery
• HGV or automotive engineering
• Military or heavy equipment
• Industrial maintenance environments
• Proven ability to diagnose faults and carry out repairs independently
• Experience with components such as gearboxes, bearings, braking systems, and fluid power systems

Benefits

• Single person, rent free accommodation option in their staff house
• Company pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• Discounted food & beverage on-site
• Structured opportunity to progress into a lead engineering role
• Exposure to a wide range of mechanical systems in a varied, hands-on environment
• Support for ongoing training and professional development