Mechanical Engineer

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  • Braintree, Essex
  • £53,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
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Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance EngineerLocation: Braintree
Salary: £51,075 – £56,750 DOE (inclusive of allowances) + Bonus + Benefits
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time | Monday to Friday (08:00–16:30)
On-Call: 1 in 5 weeks (allowance paid)Build Something Big – Join a Landmark Engineering ProjectWe are recruiting for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a major new facility in its commissioning phase. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a high-performing team at a newly constructed site that will be operational by mid-2025.This role offers the chance to make a lasting impact, with access to brand-new systems, equipment still under warranty, and significant scope for long-term development and progression.Your Role:You’ll be responsible for:
  • Delivering planned, preventative, and reactive mechanical maintenance across the entire site.
  • Supporting the commissioning, shutdown, and optimisation of systems.
  • Working closely with equipment suppliers and third-party contractors.
  • Assisting in the development and mentoring of apprentices and junior technicians.
Equipment & Systems You'll Work On:
  • Large mechanical plant systems
  • Pumps, valves, and hydraulics
  • Pneumatics and alignment tools
  • Power transmission and rotating machinery
What You’ll Need:
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering (or significant relevant experience).
  • Strong background in heavy engineering environments (e.g. large plant, utilities, forces, power, etc.).
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a 24/7 team operation (Mon–Fri with on-call rotation).
  • Comfortable working with OEM partners and adapting to evolving site operations.
What’s On Offer:
  • Base Salary: £45,000 – £50,000
  • On-call Allowance: +6%
  • Annual Performance Bonus: Up to 2.5%
  • Holidays: 25 days, increasing to 31 with service + your birthday off
  • Pension: Up to 9% matched (1.5x employee contribution)
  • Death in Service: 4x base salary
  • Further Education Support
  • Wellness Programme: £300 annual allowance (e.g. gym memberships)
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Employee Referral Bonus: £1,000
  • Long Service Rewards
  • Free On-Site Parking
  • Annual Cost-of-Living Salary Review
Why This Role?
  • New site, new team – real influence from Day One
  • Brand new equipment under supplier warranty

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