Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical or Electrical

Dudley, West Midlands

£40,000 – £45,000 + Overtime

Rotating 2 Shift Pattern (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm)

We are recruiting for two Maintenance Engineers (1 Mechanical, 1 Electrical) to join a well-established steel processing company in Dudley. This is a full-time, permanent role offering long-term career stability, strong overtime potential, and a supportive team environment.

Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities:

• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems

• Carry out welding, fabrication, and mechanical repairs

• Oxy-acetylene burning and bench fitting

• General mechanical maintenance to reduce downtime

Electrical Engineer Responsibilities:

• Fault-finding on motors, sensors, switches, and control systems

• Basic electrical maintenance and repairs

• Support mechanical team with electrical fault diagnosis

• Ensure safe operation of electrical systems

General Responsibilities:

• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across plant machinery

• Respond to breakdowns to minimize production disruption

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and shift reports

• Operate forklifts, cherry pickers, and overhead cranes as needed

Candidate Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)

• Time-served apprenticeship preferred

• Experience in heavy industry or manufacturing

• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills

• Team player with a proactive approach

Benefits:

• £40,000 – £45,000 including shift allowance

• Overtime available

• 33 days holiday (including shutdowns)

• Company pension scheme

• Death in Service benefit

• Healthcare cash plan (after qualifying period)

If you’re a Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking for a secure role with career growth, get in touch today!