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Role: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Multi-Skilled)
Location: Eye, Suffolk (near Ipswich)
Shift Pattern: Panama Shift: 2 weeks Days (8am - 8pm) / 2 weeks Nights (8pm - 8am)
Salary: GBP 51,000
About The Role
We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our site engineering team in Eye, Suffolk.
In this role, you will keep production lines running at peak performance through proactive planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and rapid breakdown response. While the position is mechanically focused, we welcome applications from electrically biased candidates who possess strong mechanical skills.
Shift Structure
This position operates on a Panama shift pattern working 12-hour shifts (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM / 8:00 PM - 8:00 AM):
- 2 Weeks Days / 2 Weeks Nights
Enjoy predictable working hours with built-in time off every other weekend.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on heavy/automated production machinery and plant equipment.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical breakdowns to minimize downtime.
- Perform mechanical repairs including bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and drive systems.
- Support minor electrical repairs and isolation where competent to do so.
- Assist with equipment installations, continuous improvement projects, and site modifications.
- Maintain clear logs of maintenance activities using our internal maintenance system.
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Key Requirements And Qualifications
Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent C and G / ONC / Apprenticeship) in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
Skill Set: Strong mechanical aptitude (hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, gearboxes, alignment).
Cross-Skilled Candidates: Electrically qualified engineers with proven hands-on mechanical competence are encouraged.
Experience: Previous experience working within a manufacturing, production, or heavy industrial setting.
Shift Readiness: Fully comfortable working a rotating Panama day/night shift structure.
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What We Offer
- Generous holiday allowance
- Contributory pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Training and professional development opportunities
How
If you are a qualified Maintenance Engineer looking for a secure role with a structured shift pattern near Eye/Ipswich, apply now by submitting your CV.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
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