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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Automotive Manufacturing
Location: Aston B6
Salary: £20.67 - £27.36 per hour
Hours: Full Time - Choose between rotating day shift or permanent nights
Contract Type: Temp to Perm

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our advanced automotive manufacturing facility. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of production equipment and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

Available Shifts:
Rotating Day Shift:
Week 1: 06:00 to 13:30
Week 2: 13:30 to 21:00
Permanent Night Shift:
Monday to Thursday: 21:00 to 06:00Please specify your preferred shift when applying.

Key Responsibilities:
Diagnose and resolve breakdowns on CNC machine tools, robotics (KUKA, Fanuc, Motoman), and PLC-controlled systems with minimal disruption to production.
Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to optimise equipment uptime and support production targets.
Use the CMMS effectively for task scheduling, fault logging, and asset management.
Support project work including installation, commissioning, and development of world-class production systems.
Contribute to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in defining maintenance strategies, TPM elements, and critical spares for new and existing machinery.Experience & Qualifications:
Time-served engineering apprenticeship with City & Guilds qualifications in both Mechanical and Electrical disciplines.
Background in automotive machine tool maintenance, ideally within a high-volume environment.
PLC fault finding and adjustment experience (Fanuc, Siemens, Mitsubishi).
Proficiency with hydraulics, pneumatics, CNC systems, and robotics.
ONC or HNC in Engineering or currently working towards qualification.The Ideal Candidate:
Self-motivated and capable of working independently on shift.
Logical thinker with strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Flexible and willing to support overtime as required by business needs.
Committed to ongoing personal and professional development.Why Join Us?
Be part of an innovative automotive manufacturer with a strong focus on operational excellence.
Work with cutting-edge machinery and advanced automation systems.
Enjoy clear progression opportunities and ongoing technical training.
Contribute to projects that define the future of automotive manufacturing.If you feel that you hold relevant experience as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, please don't hesitate to click below to apply

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