Mechanical Maintenance Fitter - Hexham, Northumberland
- Engineering & Manufacturing
Maintenance Engineer
Hexham, Northumberland
£38000 Basic +Overtime and On-call Potential
Full-Time, Permanent
The Company
A long-established UK-based manufacturing business operating within a specialist production environment is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join its experienced maintenance team. The company is known for its quality-focused operations and continuous investment in modernising its engineering processes.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of a wide range of mechanical equipment, including high-speed rotating machinery. Familiarity with industrial steam and boiler systems is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided. This is a Mechanically biased role; however, any amount of electrical knowledge would be advantageous.
Key Duties:
- Perform both proactive and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems and plant
- Working on all aspects of plant such as bearings, pumps, hydraulics, chains, some welding, fabrication, pipe work and compressed air maintenance.
- Support engineering projects, including equipment upgrades and installations
- Maintain and repair high-speed mechanical equipment
- Participate in weekend cover and on-call rota duties
- Adhere to all site safety procedures and engineering standards
The Successful Candidate:
- Time-served Mechanical Engineer with strong industrial experience
- Expertise in maintaining large, high-speed rotating equipment
- Familiarity with industrial steam systems preferred
Pay & Benefits:
- Basic salary £38000
- On-call retainer: £20 per night during on-call weeks
- Overtime: 1.5x hourly rate (Mon–Sat), 2x on Sundays
- Annual Bonus
- Attendance Bonus
- Training and development provided
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently