Maintenance Engineer

Overview

Port Talbot manufacturing business is hiring a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer. Salary £42,000 - £44,000. This role offers a Monday-to-Friday days-only schedule with an early Friday finish, enhanced overtime for occasional projects, and a range of benefits including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, a Christmas shutdown, pension contributions, life insurance, and free parking. The company is investing in diversification and growth for 2026 and values personal development and continuous improvement.

As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will help keep production running smoothly and reduce downtime. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a proactive environment, able to think on their feet and make confident decisions.

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across a range of machinery.
• Diagnosing and resolving electrical and mechanical faults quickly and effectively.
• Supporting occasional projects and installations alongside engineers from other sites.
• Maintaining a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Contributing ideas for process improvements and reliability enhancements.

• Electrical bias with solid mechanical experience.
• Recognised qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Previous experience in a maintenance role within manufacturing or similar industries.
• Strong fault-finding skills and ability to work independently.
• A proactive attitude and interest in continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Fabrication skills would be an advantage.
• Beneficial but not essential: FLT Licence & MEWP Licence.

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 for a days-only role.
• Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4 PM, with an early finish on Fridays.
• No weekend work or call-outs as standard.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus Christmas shutdown.
• Pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer), life insurance (4x salary), and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Free parking and a supportive, collaborative team culture.
• Opportunities to influence improvements and be part of a business investing in growth and diversification.

Contact Jacob Purcell to find out more. Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme—just get in touch!

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