Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer


Company:	Masstemps Ltd
Salary:	£16.50 to £18 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	WS2
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	30 Oct 2026
Closing date:	29 Nov 2026

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Summary

Masstemps is currently recruiting for an experienced

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and busy manufacturing company based near the

Walsall area.

THE ROLE

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across a range of industrial machinery, plant equipment and production machinery.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults to minimise machine downtime.

• Respond to breakdowns and carry out reactive maintenance to ensure production machinery is kept operational.

• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including pumps, motors, valves and cylinders.

• Carry out electrical fault-finding, including working with motors, sensors, control panels and electrical circuits.

• Undertake mechanical repairs, including replacing bearings, gearboxes, belts, chains, rollers and drive systems.

• Inspect machinery and plant equipment to identify potential faults and prevent unexpected breakdowns.

• Assist with machinery installations, modifications, upgrades and commissioning.

• Carry out routine inspections, servicing and lubrication of machinery and equipment.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics and technical manuals.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete relevant paperwork.

• Work closely with production teams to prioritise maintenance requirements and minimise disruption.

• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in line with health and safety procedures and company policies.

ABOUT YOU

ï‚· Previous experience working as a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer within a manufacturing, industrial or production environment.

ï‚· Strong mechanical maintenance experience working on industrial machinery, plant equipment and production lines.

ï‚· Good electrical fault-finding skills, with the ability to diagnose and repair electrical and control system issues.

ï‚· Experience maintaining and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

ï‚· Knowledge of motors, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, pumps and other industrial machinery components.

ï‚· Experience carrying out both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown maintenance.

ï‚· Ability to fault-find and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.

ï‚· Confident using engineering tools, test equipment and diagnostic equipment.

ï‚· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics and technical documentation.

ï‚· Good understanding of health and safety procedures, including safe isolation and lock-off/tag-out practices.

ï‚· Relevant mechanical or electrical engineering qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent) would be advantageous.

ï‚· Ability to work independently, manage maintenance priorities and work effectively under pressure.

HOURS OF WORK

Monday to Thursday 07:00am – 16:00pm

Friday 07:00am – 13:30pm

PAY RATE

£16.50 - £18.00ph. However, negotiable depending on experience (OVERTIME PAID AT TIME AND A THIRD)

If you wish to apply, please submit an up-to-date CV or call one of our branches:

Walsall – 01922 824 024

Wolverhampton – 01902 200 092

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