Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer at Yolk Recruitment Ltd, based in Port Talbot, Wales, paying £49,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £49,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Port Talbot, Wales
- Closing date
- Sector
- Maintenance Engineer
About 13% above the going rate for maintenance engineer
Reference 57535836
About the role
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Key Information:
- Location: Port Talbot
- Salary: £49,000
- Shifts: Continental
- Sector: High-Volume Manufacturing
Join a Leading Manufacturer at the Forefront of High-Speed Production
This is your opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer based in Port Talbot, this site is a hub of innovation, precision, and performance. The company is investing heavily in its people, processes, and technology, and is fast-paced, rewarding environment for skilled engineers.
The culture here is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a shared commitment to excellence. Whether you're solving complex mechanical issues or contributing to long-term reliability strategies, your ideas and initiative will be valued and supported.
This is what you'll be doing as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you'll be a key player in ensuring the smooth operation of high-speed, automated production lines:
- Conducting planned and reactive mechanical maintenance on a wide range of modern manufacturing equipment.
- Maintaining and fault finding on production machinery to minimise downtime and maintain production targets.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives by identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions.
- Upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and compliance in all maintenance activities.
This is what you'll bring to the team
- experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Familiarity with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
- communication and teamwork skills.
This is what you'll get in return
- Competitive salary: £49,000
- Panama shift pattern
- Access to state-of-the-art machinery and tools
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
Ready to take your engineering career to the next level?
If you're a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a fresh challenge in a high-performance environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're the perfect fit for this role.
Reference: 57535836 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 17 Dec 2026 · Listed via Yolk Recruitment Ltd
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