Trainee Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Description:

Trainee Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a growing manufacturing facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who has recently completed a mechanical engineering course, apprenticeship, or relevant qualification and is looking to begin a long-term career within industrial maintenance.

Working alongside experienced engineers, you will receive full training and support while developing your skills in a busy production environment. This role offers genuine opportunities for progression and career development within a growing business.

The Role

As a Trainee Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will assist the engineering team with planned and reactive maintenance activities across a range of industrial production equipment and site services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
• Supporting experienced engineers with mechanical fault finding and repairs.
• Learning to maintain and repair pumps, gearboxes, motors, agitators, valves and associated equipment.
• Assisting with work on mechanical drives, bearings, seals and rotating equipment.
• Supporting the maintenance and installation of industrial pipework and associated fittings.
• Assisting with welding, fabrication and general mechanical fitting tasks.
• Gaining experience working on industrial utilities, including steam boilers and compressed-air systems.
• Supporting equipment installations, modifications and improvement projects.
• Learning how to identify recurring equipment issues and contribute to continuous improvement activities.
• Working closely with production teams to help minimise equipment downtime.
• Ensuring all maintenance activities are carried out in line with site health, safety, quality and hygiene procedures.

About You

• Recently completed a mechanical engineering apprenticeship, NVQ, BTEC, HNC/HND, City & Guilds qualification, or similar engineering course.
• A keen interest in mechanical engineering and industrial maintenance.
• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, bearings and gearboxes would be advantageous.
• Any experience of welding, fabrication or mechanical fitting would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a rewarding career within engineering, with ongoing training, development and progression opportunities available.