Maintenance Engineer

About the Role

KnitMesh Technologies invites applications for a dedicated Maintenance Engineer to become an integral part of our Engineering Maintenance team based in Holywell, Wales. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Team Leader and ultimately to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and high performance of production machinery, factory equipment, and site infrastructure through planned preventative maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and fault resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled preventative and reactive maintenance tasks on production and site machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and perform necessary repairs.
• Respond swiftly to machinery breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Analyze recurring issues to assist with enhancing equipment reliability.
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Support statutory inspections, equipment servicing, and general upkeep of site facilities.
• Collaborate effectively with Production and other departments to solve engineering problems.
• Adhere strictly to Health & Safety guidelines and uphold excellent housekeeping standards.
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in a rotating three-shift schedule, including overtime and on-call duties when necessary.

Salary, Working Hours, and Benefits

• Basic salary of £35,717 annually (£17.92 per hour).
• Estimated total earnings around £41,424 annually, factoring in shift premiums.
• Typical workweek averages 38.33 hours over a three-shift rotation—morning (6am–2pm) with no premium, afternoon (2pm–10pm) with 15% premium, night (10pm–6am) with 33% premium.
• Overtime compensated at 1.5 times the normal rate on weekdays and Saturdays, and double rate on Sundays.
• Call-out payments apply when required.
• Annual leave totals 21 days plus public holidays, increasing by 1 day per year up to 25 days total.
• Company pension scheme offers matched contributions.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Additional perks include a staff discount scheme, medical helpline, and Employee Assistance Programme.

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of a time-served apprenticeship in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering with relevant technical certification.
• Minimum of 2 years professional experience post-apprenticeship in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in maintenance engineering within manufacturing settings.
• Strong diagnostic, fault-finding, and mechanical/electrical problem-solving capabilities.
• Background in preventative maintenance and handling breakdown repairs efficiently.
• Effective communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to health and safety standards and safe working practices.
• Willingness and flexibility to work shift patterns, overtime, and participate in on-call duties.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• HNC or equivalent in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering.
• Possession of an 18th Edition Electrical qualification, if relevant.
• Experience with PLC fault diagnosis.
• Familiarity with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Training or certification in IOSH, NEBOSH, or continuous improvement methodologies.

Application Information

This opportunity is open to both current employees and external candidates. Internal applicants should send a CV along with a detailed Expression of Interest outlining relevant experience, skills, and reasons for applying. External candidates must provide a current CV and a comprehensive supporting Expression of Interest referencing qualifications, technical experience, key competencies, and alignment with the position requirements. Applications are to be directed to the Engineering Manager, Craig Jones, by the deadline of Wednesday 21st October at 12pm. Interviews will be conducted in a two-stage process, with the initial interviews scheduled for Wednesday 28th October.