We are currently seeking a qualified Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a well-respected and leading manufacturing company based just outside Bury centre. The starting salary is £30,000pa, with the potential for this to increase to £33,000pa (inclusive of shift allowances).

This role does require previous experience working in a fast production/manufacturing environment as you will be required to provide full mechanical service and maintenance to the shop floor machinery.

The shift pattern is as following:

• 5 days on 1 day off
• 5 days on
• 1 day off
• 7 days on call
• 9 days off

Duties & Responsibilities:

• The diagnosis, location and rectification of all mechanical faults on-site, including, pneumatic, hydraulic and steam systems.
• Ensure all papermaking machinery and ancillary equipment is maintained in safe working order.
• Logging of all water, oil and gas readings and testing of steam boiler safety devices.
  Responding to emergency situations in a timely and effective manner.
• Carry out all tasks in accordance with Quality systems, hygiene standards and safe working practices.
• Adhere to current Safe Systems of Work, lock off and permit to work procedures.
• To plan out work whilst displaying initiative at all times.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.

Skills and experience:

• NVQ or city and guilds in Mechanical engineering
  GCSE or equivalent
• Knowledge of working in the paper industry would be an advantage
• Previous experience working in a fast paced production environment

Unfortunately due to a high number of applicants, only those that are shortlisted for this position will be contacted