Mechanical Service Engineer
Job Description
Major Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected engineering company based in Atherton.
We are currently seeking a skilled to join their experienced team.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a large-scale engineering environment, maintaining and servicing a wide range of CNC machinery critical to production operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) to maximise machine uptime and reliability
- Diagnose faults and carry out mechanical repairs on 5 axis CNC machinery, including spindles, axes, and tool changers
- Perform machine alignment, calibration, and accuracy checks to maintain tight tolerances
- Respond promptly to breakdowns and implement effective fault-finding solutions
- Strip, inspect, repair, and rebuild mechanical components as required
- Support the installation, commissioning, and relocation of CNC equipment
- Carry out basic diagnostics on CNC control systems such as Fanuc 5 axis CNC
- Maintain accurate service records and maintenance documentation
- Ensure all work is completed in line with health andamp; safety regulations and site procedures
- Work closely with production teams to minimise disruption and improve performance
- Identify recurring faults and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Monitor and manage spare parts usage
- Support and guide operators on basic maintenance and safe machine operation
Working Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 6:45am - 3:15pm
- Friday: 6:45am - 2:15pm
Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
- Stable, permanent position within a reputable company
- Salary - -40000
Skills andamp; Experience Required
- Strong mechanical engineering knowledge (hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, drive systems)
- Proven experience fault finding and repairing 5 axis CNC machinery
- Experience with both PPM and reactive maintenance
- Familiarity with CNC control systems (e.g. Fanuc CNC)
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Hands-on experience with machine strip-down and rebuild
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Understanding of precision measurement and alignment techniques
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Strong health andamp; safety awareness
- Basic electrical knowledge (motors, sensors, drives)
To apply, please send your CV ASAP