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Maintenance Engineer (multiskilled)

Shorterm Group
Tamworth, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£35,000 – £40,000 pa

Salary

£35,000 – £40,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
14 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Benefits

5% employer pension contribution Health cash plan Employee assistance programme (EAP) Increasing annual leave with service Social events and team activities
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Maintenance Engineer(Multiskilled) Tamworth | Permanent |£35,000 - £40,000

Shorterm Group is delighted to be partnering with a leading precision engineering manufacturer to recruit a skilled Maintenance Engineer for a permanent, site-based role in Tamworth.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly technical, quality-driven environment supplying into demanding sectors including automotive, aerospace, motorsport, oil & gas, marine, and defence.

Working Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00
Friday: 08:00 - 14:30
40 hours per week (days only)
Overtime available
Flexibility based on business needs

The Role:

Reporting to the Production Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of CNC machinery and site equipment.

This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys autonomy, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on minimising downtime and maintaining precision manufacturing standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Deliver and manage a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedule
Diagnose faults and carry out reactive and corrective maintenance
Maintain and repair CNC machines and production equipment
Monitor breakdown trends and drive reliability improvements
Support machine upgrades, installations, and process improvements
Maintain accurate maintenance records and compliance documentation
Ensure adherence to ISO standards and audit requirements
Manage contractors and ensure safe systems of work (RAMS)
Promote health & safety best practices across the site

What We're Looking For:
Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a precision engineering or machining environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical skills
Experience with CNC machinery (Fanuc and/or Heidenhain desirable)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
Experience in TPM, lean, or continuous improvement (advantageous)
Comfortable working independently and managing priorities

Personal Attributes:
Safety-first mindset with excellent attention to detail
Proactive, reliable, and hands-on approach
Strong communication skills across teams
Positive, "can-do" attitude

Benefits:
5% employer pension contribution
Health cash plan
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Increasing annual leave with service
Social events and team activities

Interview Process
One-stage interview
Meet with senior operations leadership

If you're a skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking manufacturing business where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
To register your interest please apply with a copy of your up to date CV.

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