Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - #1651924

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location: Newcastle

Salary: £39,000 (Pro Rata)

Contract: Full-time, 6-month, Day Shift

Are you a skilled Maintenance Technician looking for your next challenge?

We’re on the lookout for a proactive and experienced Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our team in Newcastle on a 6-month fixed-term contract. You’ll play a vital role in keeping our equipment and facilities running smoothly while contributing to key projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Main Purpose of the Role:

You’ll be responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment, services, and the fabric of the building, ensuring everything is running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out reactive, planned, preventative, and predictive maintenance on site equipment.


• Communicate and record maintenance activities using written, electronic, or verbal methods.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant HSE procedures.


• Assist other departments with fault finding and repairs across mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.


• Support commissioning and installation of new machinery and systems.


• Lead and contribute to continuous improvement activities.


• Evaluate and review maintenance practices, recommending corrective actions where necessary.

What We're Looking For:

• Time-served Maintenance Technician with proven mechanical experience


• Experience in mechanical engineering/maintenance within an engineering environment (minimum 5 years)


• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills


• Health and Safety awareness

If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in maintaining high standards, we’d love to hear from you.