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Job Title: Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying. Location: North Yorkshire  Rate: £35–38 per hour Inside Scope, no Limited Co. engagement) Job Type: Contract,  2 months ongoing initially, potential to extend Day Shifts: Primarily Monday to Friday – 8-hour  shifts – NO NIGHTS Client: FMCG Manufacturing and Packaging The Opportunity Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
We’re recruiting for an experienced Contract Mechanical Bias Maintenance Engineer to provide hands-on mechanical maintenance support within a busy, automated production and packaging environment.
This is a great opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability.
This client needs…
Strong multi-skilled mechanical & electrical fault diagnosis
Experience with conveyors, motors, drives, sensors & PLCs
Ability to cope with wet/dusty, contamination-prone environments
Preventative maintenance planning to avoid damaging food safety interruptions
Quick turnaround repairs during high-volume peaks
You’ll play a key role in maintenance and fitting tasks, supporting production line maintenance and improvement projects while ensuring equipment uptime and performance.
Key Responsibilities: Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Carry out maintenance of mechanical fittings to support production and maintenance activities. Perform planned and reactive maintenance across production machinery, including conveyors, motors, and drives. Support the plant and automated systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, and handling equipment. Attend to breakdowns promptly, delivering fast, safe, and effective mechanical repairs Assist in modification and improvement projects on process lines and production equipment. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring reliability and performance targets are achieved. Maintain safe working practices and uphold engineering standards across all tasks. Qualifications & Requirements - Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Time-served apprentice or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment – ideally with conveyors, motors, drives, etc Ability to read engineering drawings and work independently on maintenance or modification projects. A proactive, problem-solving approach and commitment to continuous improvement. xehkeey Computer-literate with a good understanding of maintenance reporting systems. What’s on Offer - Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Competitive £35–38 per hour rate (Inside IR35) Monday–Friday, primarily 8-hour rotating shifts Opportunity to work at a well-invested, award-winning site Free onsite parking and modern facilities Chance to contribute to high-profile production projects For more information, contact Mike Butler at Techsearch on (phone number removed) or email (email address removed)
Candidates with backgrounds as a Contract Mechanical Fitter, Multi-Skilled maintenance engineer, Mechanical maintenance engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Contract Engineer, Food Packaging Engineer
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Location:
Wetherby
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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