Maintenance Engineer - Multi-Skilled

Role Overview An exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in the UK. Our client is seeking a proactive and skilled Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support their operations on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a site based position working on a double day shift basis.

In this role, you will be instrumental in maintaining, repairing, and optimizing electrical and mechanical equipment throughout the production cycle. Your work will ensure that machinery runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently, contributing significantly to ongoing operational excellence.

Key Duties And Responsibilities Your duties as the Maintenance Engineer will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

• Provide comprehensive multi-skilled maintenance support to the manufacturing department, ensuring machinery reliability and operational efficiency.
• Carry out installation, commissioning, maintenance, and modification of electrical and mechanical equipment, aligned with business needs.
• Troubleshoot reactive repairs and develop preventative maintenance plans, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement cost-effective solutions to improve machinery performance, minimize downtime, and enhance safety standards.
• As the Maintenance Engineer, you will liaise with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth and compliant maintenance operations.

Role Requirements To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Maintenance Engineer we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:

• A Degree or higher level in an engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical or Electrical Engineering).
• Proven experience in a similar engineering maintenance role, ideally within a highly regulated ‘clean room’ environment.
• Good knowledge of current regulations, safety standards, and GMP compliance in a pharmaceutical or similarly regulated setting.
• Competent in working with electrical and mechanical systems, with COMPEX certification and experience working in ATEX areas being advantageous.
• As the Maintenance Engineer, you will demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Join our client and benefit from a competitive salary (circa £46,000 pa including shift premium), bonus schemes, a generous pension, and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent chance to develop your career within a global, fast-growing pharmaceutical company committed to ongoing training and professional progression. Be part of a forward-thinking team that values safety, quality, and innovation.

Key Words: Maintenance Engineer / Electrical / Mechanical / GMP / ATEX / Continuous Improvement / Preventative Maintenance / Pharmaceutical Manufacturing / Troubleshooting / Compliance / UK "Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career"