Maintenance Engineer

Job Description

TQR Plymouth is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer based near Plymouth, seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer ready to take the next step in their career. This is a hands-on role with supervisory responsibilities, offering a clear path into a leadership position with a business that is committed to your professional development.

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking business that values its engineering team and invests heavily in training, progression, and modernisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a small shift engineering team (1–2 engineers per shift).
• Diagnose and repair faults across hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, electrical, and robotic systems.
• Drive improvements in reliability and maintenance scheduling.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and support TPM initiatives.
• Assist with machinery installations, commissioning, and decommissioning.
• Liaise with external contractors and internal teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Champion Health & Safety and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Identify repeat issues and contribute to long-term engineering solutions.

Candidate Profile:

• NVQ Level 3 or higher in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering (HNC/HND desirable).
• Proven experience in a manufacturing maintenance role – with mechanical bias
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• A natural leader with a collaborative mindset and a drive for continuous improvement.

What’s in it for you?

• Career progression into supervisory and reliability-focused roles.
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
• Profit-related bonus (after 12 months).
• Loyalty bonuses
• Retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and free on-site parking.
• Structured training and development pathways.

Shift Pattern:
Weekly rotating shifts:

• Monday to Friday – 06:00 to 14:00
• Monday to Friday – 14:00 to 22:00

If you’re a skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to step up, lead a team, and grow within a supportive and progressive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or contact Martin at TQR Plymouth for more information.