Maintenance Engineer

  • PLANET RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD
  • Banbury, Oxfordshire
  • Jan 31, 2026
Full time Distribution-Shipping Warehouse

Job Description

A well-established manufacturing organisation is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to support site operations.

Role SummaryThe Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all site machinery and equipment. This includes responding to breakdowns, carrying out planned preventative maintenance, and supporting continuous improvement of maintenance processes to reduce downtime and improve performance. The role works closely with production and engineering teams to maximise equipment availability while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance with statutory requirements. The position initially operates on a day shift before moving to a rotating AM/PM shift pattern to ensure full site coverage.

Key Duties

  • Diagnose and repair machinery, robotics, and site breakdowns

  • Complete planned preventative maintenance

  • Maintain accurate maintenance records

  • Manage spare parts, consumables, and maintenance tools within budget

  • Liaise with external suppliers when required

  • Ensure statutory inspections and certifications are completed on time

Requirements

  • Qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

  • Proven experience maintaining injection moulding machinery

  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

Details

  • Full-time role

  • Days initially, moving to rotating AM/PM shifts (no nights)

  • Salary: £37,000-£40,000 per year

  • Benefits package included

Experience

  • Injection moulding maintenance: 2+ years

  • General maintenance: 3+ years

To find out more, please call Adam or Scott on

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