Maintenance Engineer

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Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

TQR Plymouth is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer based near Plymouth, seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer ready to take the next step in their career. This is a hands-on role with supervisory responsibilities, offering a clear path into a leadership position with a business that is committed to your professional development.
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking business that values its engineering team and invests heavily in training, progression, and modernisation.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support a small shift engineering team (1–2 engineers per shift).
  • Diagnose and repair faults across hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, electrical, and robotic systems.
  • Drive improvements in reliability and maintenance scheduling.
  • Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and support TPM initiatives.
  • Assist with machinery installations, commissioning, and decommissioning.
  • Liaise with external contractors and internal teams to ensure smooth operations.
  • Champion Health & Safety and promote a proactive safety culture.
  • Identify repeat issues and contribute to long-term engineering solutions.
    Candidate Profile:
  • NVQ Level 3 or higher in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering (HNC/HND desirable).
  • Proven experience in a manufacturing maintenance role - with mechanical bias
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
  • Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
  • A natural leader with a collaborative mindset and a drive for continuous improvement.
    What’s in it for you?
  • Career progression into supervisory and reliability-focused roles.
  • 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
  • Profit-related bonus (after 12 months).
  • Loyalty bonuses
  • Retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and free on-site parking.
  • Structured training and development pathways.
    Shift Pattern:
    Weekly rotating shifts:
  • Monday to Friday – 06:00 to 14:00
  • Monday to Friday – 14:00 to 22:00
    If you're a skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to step up, lead a team, and grow within a supportive and progressive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
    Apply now with your CV or contact Martin at TQR Plymouth for more information

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