Maintenance Engineer
Job in
Hilsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire County, PO5, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-22
Listing for:
Holt Engineering
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-22
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Maintenance Engineer
Location:
On-site, Portsmouth
Salary: £36,000-£45,000
Hours:
Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00 (40 hours, day shift)
Contract:
Permanent
Overtime:
Available, subject to business demand
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure the reliable, safe and efficient operation of production equipment, CNC machinery and facility infrastructure. You will play a key role in supporting continuous production by managing planned and reactive maintenance, diagnosing faults and driving improvements that reduce downtime and enhance machine reliability.
This is a new standalone position, giving you the opportunity to develop processes, influence best practice and make a significant impact within a growing engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules
Diagnose faults quickly to minimise unplanned downtime
Carry out corrective maintenance, including part replacements and adjustments
Monitor machine performance and identify reliability improvement opportunities
Support optimisation projects, machine upgrades and tooling improvements
Work with production teams to address recurring issues
Maintain accurate service logs, maintenance records and documentation
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with site quality and ISO standards
Support audits by providing required maintenance evidence
Manage external contractors and ensure RAMS are in place
Oversee installation and commissioning of new equipment
Perform weekly fire alarm checks
Promote strong safety culture and contribute to H&S activities
Act as the main point of contact for external maintenance contractors What We’re Looking For
Experience & Technical Skills
Maintenance Engineering experience within precision engineering, machining or similar environments
Strong mechanical and electrical skills; able to read engineering drawings and schematics
CNC machinery experience (e.g. Fanuc, Heidenhain)
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Experience with TPM, lean or continuous improvement techniques
To find out more please contact Max Sinclair (url removed)
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