Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer - Plymouth

Location:

Plymouth, Devon
Company:
Fine Tubes
Salary: £44,000 - £49,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for a rewarding role in a world‑class manufacturing environment? Our client, based in Plymouth, is seeking a multi‑skilled engineer to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our production equipment. If you're searching for a new position and want to work for a company that values safety, innovation, and teamwork, this is the opportunity for you!

• Perform planned preventative maintenance to keep equipment safe and reliable.
• Diagnose and repair machine breakdowns quickly and effectively.
• Install and maintain single‑phase and three‑phase electrical circuits.
• Support corrective actions and process improvements.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and cost efficiency.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety and environmental standards.

• Relevant engineering qualification or industry‑related certification.
• Time‑served Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment (mechanical bias preferred).
• Basic knowledge of PLC control systems.
• Ability to work shifts (Annualised Hours pattern), overtime, and call‑outs.
• Understanding of 5S and lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficient in IT (Microsoft Office).
• Commitment to safe working practices and ability to pass medical/drug tests.

• Multi‑skilled engineering experience.
• IEE Regulations qualification (18th edition).

• Core hours:
  Monday‑Friday, 7am‑3pm (37.5 hrs/week).
• Additional shifts include back shifts, night shifts, and weekends (with time off in lieu).
• Optional standby with on‑call payment.

• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance (4x salary)
• Company Pension (6% contribution)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Free parking
• Free flu vaccinations
• Supportive team environment

Interested? Contact Chris Henry to find out more or apply today!