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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - £58k

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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Essex working in a manufacturing plant on supporting the sites process machinery.

Excellent company to work for and good feedback from Maintenance Engineers

Salary £58,000

Location Thurrock Essex

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer is Monday to Friday 8 hour rotation

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer is needed for a world class manufacturer that has an impeccable reputation and high standards however still hasn't lost its friendly culture and strong teamwork ethic. The company invest heavily in their staff and sites.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer duties;

Reactive and planned maintenance
Working with pumps, gearboxes, valves, bearings, belts, conveyors, compressors and more process machinery.
Fault find and repair
Monitoring equipment and reporting defects,
Checks on boilers, chillers, water treatment etc.
Will get additional training i.e. BOAS TrainedRequirements for Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

A formal engineering qualification i.e. City & Guilds level 3, NVQ level 3 or equivalent with corresponding practical experience.
From an industrial background is a must
Hands on mechanical proven experience is a must Application Process

If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please contact Simon on (phone number removed) or submit your CV to (url removed) or simply click apply below.

Maintenance Engineer is commutable from Thurrock, Rainham Dagenham, South Ockenden, Ilford, Grays, Purfleet, Beckton, Tilbury, Erith, Bexleyheath, Barking, Gravesend, Stanford Le Hope, Romford, Epping, Brentwood, Walthamstow, and other parts of London, Kent and Essex

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global are an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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