Mechanical / Multiskilled Engineer (Chemical Manufacturing)

Warehouse & Distribution
Written By Tim Marner

Location: Tameside

Salary: £40,000 - £43,000 Hours: Days- Monday to Friday + Overtime available

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical / Multiskilled Engineer to join our maintenance team at our site in Tameside within a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of production equipment, with a strong focus on mixing, batching, and pumping systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on a wide range of process and plant equipment

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across mixing, batching, and pumping systems

  • Maintain and troubleshoot:

    • Industrial mixers and agitators

    • Batch processing systems

    • Pumps (gear, diaphragm, centrifugal, etc.)

    • Valves, pipework, and associated process equipment

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime

  • Work closely with production teams to minimise disruption and optimise plant performance

  • Ensure all maintenance activities comply with site safety standards and relevant regulations (e.g., COSHH, ATEX where applicable)

  • Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new equipment

  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

  • Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions

Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven experience working in a chemical or process manufacturing environment (adhesives, coatings, resins, or similar preferred)

  • Strong hands-on experience with:

    • Mixing and blending equipment

    • Batch processing systems

    • Industrial pumping systems and fluid handling

  • Mechanical fault finding and repair expertise

  • Basic electrical fault-finding skills (desirable for multiskilled engineers)

  • Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning

  • Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards in a hazardous environment

Qualifications

  • HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification/experience) – essential

  • Apprenticeship in Engineering (preferred)

  • Relevant certifications in health & safety or hazardous area working (advantageous)

Personal Attributes

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

  • Proactive and self-motivated approach

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Good communication skills across engineering and production teams

  • Flexible and adaptable to changing production demands

Desirable Experience

  • Experience within adhesives, polymers, or chemical blending industries

  • Knowledge of PLC-controlled systems (for fault finding support)

  • Experience working in COMAH or highly regulated environments

 

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