Maintenance Engineer

Build a Greener Future Join the Leaders in Plastic Recycling

At Eurokey, we’ve been leading the way in the processing of plastic for over 30 years. Here’s what we do and how you’ll be part of something meaningful:
We help businesses across the UK recycle plastic waste in the most efficient, sustainable, and valuable way possible. Taking plastic waste from our customers, enhancing its quality through sorting and processing, collaborating with trusted partners to ensure responsible recycling, and returning value through reliable service and competitive rebates. In March 2021, Eurokey Recycling became part of Reconomy, bringing to us extended reach, knowledge, expertise, and scale which presents wider opportunities for both customers and colleagues.

• Community :
  We work hand‑in‑hand with the communities we serve, creating cleaner environments and supporting local development.
• Colleague :
  We believe our people are our greatest asset. We invest in your growth, wellbeing, and success through training, support, and career progression.
• Customer :
  We are trusted by clients across the UK to deliver reliable, responsive, and innovative recycling services.
• Environment :
  Everything we do is driven by a passion for sustainability and a commitment to reducing landfill and carbon impact.

Whether you’re starting your career or looking to take the next step, Eurokey offers a dynamic, inclusive, and forward‑thinking workplace where your ideas matter and your work makes a difference.

• Responsible for the maintenance, repair, and reliability of all automated processing, extrusion, conveying, cooling, and downstream handling equipment.
• Maintain and adhere to planned preventative maintenance schedules in line with manufacturer guidelines and the site Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and automation‑related breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Support, manage, and develop the shift maintenance assistant.
• Carry out daily inspections of all critical plant and equipment prior to and during each shift.
• Monitor and support automated systems, including PLC‑controlled machinery, sensors, drives, and safety systems (training provided where required).
• Order, manage, and maintain accurate stock records of spare parts, consumables, and critical components.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of tools, including sign‑in/sign‑out control of high‑value items via the CMMS.
• Escalate recurring faults, safety concerns, or production‑critical issues to the Head of Maintenance or Site Operations Manager.
• Ensure full integration and compliance with electronic maintenance and Health & Safety management systems.
• Report misuse, unsafe operation, or damage to machinery to the Head of Maintenance and Health & Safety Manager.
• Ensure work areas remain clean, organised, and free from hazards, reducing the risk of slips, trips, and falls.
• Ensure all Health & Safety concerns, incidents, or near misses are reported in line with site procedures.
• Ensure site visitors and contractors comply with PPE and site sign‑in requirements.
• Complete thorough shift handovers using site‑specific templates to ensure continuity of maintenance coverage.
• Take full maintenance responsibility for the shift in the absence of the Head of Maintenance.

• Proven experience in an industrial, automated manufacturing or processing environment.
• Knowledge of extrusion, plastics processing, or recycling plant would be a strong advantage.
• Experience with conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and automated material handling systems.
• Basic understanding of PLC‑controlled systems, sensors, and fault‑finding (advanced skills advantageous but not essential).
• Strong Health & Safety awareness with the ability to work safely in a high‑risk, automated environment.
• High sense of urgency when troubleshooting plant and production issues.
• Ability to use initiative and remain calm under pressure.
• Proactive approach to identifying, escalating, and resolving issues.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Positive, can‑do attitude with a professional approach at all times.
• Flexibility to work overtime when required by the business.

• Birthday Leave – Enjoy your special day off once you reach one year of service.
• Volunteering Day – One paid day per year to support a local community project.
• MyPerks Platform – Access a wide range of discounts, cashback offers, cycle‑to‑work schemes, mortgage advice, wellbeing support, and more!
• Financial & Family Support – Competitive pension contributions and enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Reward & Recognition Schemes – Recognising and celebrating achievements across the business.

Eurokey is a leading plastic recycling company dedicated to sustainability and innovation.