Maintenance Engineer

Salary/Rate:£35k - 40k per year
Working Options:On-site
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Newcastle upon Tyne (PO Boxes)
County:Tyne and Wear
Specialism:Metals & Engineering
Job ref:A18
Post Date:September 10, 2025
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About the Role

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Aspion Search is proud to be representing an award-winning manufacturer in Newcastle in their search for a Maintenance Engineer.

The Business

  • Long-established manufacturer with a global reach
  • Broad portfolio of lifting and handling equipment
  • Backed by multiple manufacturing sites, with a friendly, family feel
  • Clear progression and development opportunities
  • Modern, well-equipped facility

The Role of the Maintenance Engineer

The Maintenance Engineer will play an active role in ensuring a safe, efficient, and reliable site through robust maintenance practices. The Maintenance Engineer will also be responsible for administrating the maintenance schedule.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver site maintenance activities
  • Create and communicate maintenance/service schedules
  • Prepare reports and documentation for management
  • Respond promptly to unplanned breakdowns and call-outs
  • Lead and perform maintenance tasks alongside the technical support team
  • Drive cost-reduction and equipment improvement projects
  • Resolve process issues through continuous improvement
  • Source parts/quotations and raise purchase requisitions
  • Manage and supervise contractors on site
  • Ensure compliance with HSE guidelines and company policies
  • Work flexibly, including overtime or non-regular hours when required

About the Maintenance Engineer

  • Higher National Certificate in Engineering (or equivalent qualification)
  • Minimum 2 years’ maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong fault-finding, diagnosis, and repair skills across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
  • Solid understanding of Health & Safety practices
  • Confident reading, interpreting, and updating engineering drawings
  • Proficient with Excel for analysing asset performance and costs
  • Knowledge of maintenance methods, tools, and materials

If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you!

Find out more about our available opportunities or how I can help you further your career – contact me today.

Please get in touch with Adele Lewis or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.

Call: 07441934030 or 0151 209 2050

Email: adele.lewis@aspion.co.uk

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