Location: Maryport
Salary: £32,000 – £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Overview
NXT Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-established business to recruit a Maintenance Engineer.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy engineering team, supporting the maintenance and reliability of production equipment, factory facilities, and site infrastructure.
The successful candidate will carry out both planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs, helping to ensure production runs efficiently while maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.
This role offers genuine career development opportunities and would suit someone either at the beginning of their engineering career, looking to build on an apprenticeship, or an experienced Maintenance Engineer seeking their next challenge.
Ongoing training and development will be provided, with a clear progression pathway towards Senior Maintenance Engineer and Maintenance Engineering Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production machinery and equipment
Respond promptly to machinery breakdowns and minimise production downtime
Complete mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic fault finding and repairs




Assist with the installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment
Support production during start-ups, changeovers, and product trials
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
Carry out general building and site maintenance, including painting, decorating, and minor joinery repairs
Undertake basic plumbing repairs and general site maintenance where appropriate
Maintain factory floors, walls, ceilings, and external areas to a high standard
Complete minor fabrication work, shelving installations, and workshop improvements
Support grounds maintenance and seasonal site upkeep as required
Work alongside external contractors and monitor the quality of completed work
Maintain engineering workshops, tools, and stores in a secure and organised condition
Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with health, safety, and food hygiene standards
Requirements
Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent engineering experience
Good mechanical engineering knowledge with basic electrical fault-finding skills
Practical building maintenance and general repair skills
Ability to carry out a variety of maintenance tasks, including plumbing, decorating, and joinery
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach
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📌 Maintenance Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 NXT Recruitment
📍 New South Wales