Maintenance Engineer
ATA Recruitment
Nuncargate · posted 19 August 2026
Salary
£50,000 a year
Job type
contract
Location
Nuncargate, Nottinghamshire
Category
Engineering
Maintenance Engineer – £48,000–£53,000 DOE, annual bonus, Hucknall | 3 on 3 off | Days & Nights | 12-hour shifts
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The Opportunity ATA Recruitment is currently working with a market-leading aerospace manufacturer experiencing significant growth and investment across its UK operations.
The business has grown by 23% and recently invested in a second site, with a strong order book supporting continued expansion. With annual turnover currently around £78 million , this is an excellent opportunity to join an established and financially secure engineering business at an exciting stage of its growth.
The site itself is modern, clean and exceptionally well maintained, with significant investment in equipment and facilities. Employee engagement is also extremely strong, with more than 90% of employees proud to work for the business and aligned with its goals .
We are now looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join the engineering team on a 3 on 3 off, 12-hour days and nights shift pattern .
What's on Offer? £48,000–£53,000 salary , depending on experience
3 on 3 off shift pattern
12-hour shifts – days and nights
1.5x overtime rate
Production-related bonus scheme
25 days holiday + your birthday
Enhanced holiday entitlement with length of service
Private healthcare
Mental health support, including free counselling
Dental cashback scheme
Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
Company pension
Life assurance
Bike-to-work scheme
Tools and toolbox provided
Full training and development
Opportunity to work on exciting engineering projects
The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for the planned and reactive maintenance of a range of PLC-controlled manufacturing machinery .
You will work as part of a close-knit engineering team, supporting production, improving equipment reliability and contributing to ongoing site investment projects.
Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) using the Idhammar CMMS system
Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns and equipment faults
Complete electrical and mechanical fault finding
Diagnose faults on PLC-controlled machinery
Support equipment upgrades and machine installations
Work alongside OEMs on engineering and improvement projects
Complete root cause analysis following breakdowns
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
Support the engineering team with projects designed to improve equipment reliability and efficiency
About You We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer who enjoys working in a proactive manufacturing environment.
You should have:
Multi-skilled maintenance experience , with either an electrical or mechanical bias
Previous experience maintaining manufacturing or process machinery
An apprenticeship or equivalent engineering training
A recognised Level 3 engineering qualification or above
Experience with both planned and reactive maintenance
Strong electrical and/or mechanical fault-finding ability
A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
The ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit engineering team
PLC experience would be advantageous, but full training can be provided on site-specific systems and equipment.
Why Join? This is more than a standard Maintenance Engineer position.
You will be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people, equipment and facilities. The engineering manager places technical development and progression at the heart of the team , providing engineers with the training, tools and support required to succeed.
If you're looking for a stable, well-invested manufacturing environment , excellent earning potential through overtime and bonus opportunities, and a shift pattern that gives you plenty of time off, this could be an excellent next step.
Apply Now If you think you are the right Maintenance Engineer for this opportunity, click Apply Now , call Ashton on , or email your CV to .
ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment across both permanent and contract positions. Contact us today for more engineering opportunities. xwzovoh
ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity
The Opportunity ATA Recruitment is currently working with a market-leading aerospace manufacturer experiencing significant growth and investment across its UK operations.
The business has grown by 23% and recently invested in a second site, with a strong order book supporting continued expansion. With annual turnover currently around £78 million , this is an excellent opportunity to join an established and financially secure engineering business at an exciting stage of its growth.
The site itself is modern, clean and exceptionally well maintained, with significant investment in equipment and facilities. Employee engagement is also extremely strong, with more than 90% of employees proud to work for the business and aligned with its goals .
We are now looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join the engineering team on a 3 on 3 off, 12-hour days and nights shift pattern .
What's on Offer? £48,000–£53,000 salary , depending on experience
3 on 3 off shift pattern
12-hour shifts – days and nights
1.5x overtime rate
Production-related bonus scheme
25 days holiday + your birthday
Enhanced holiday entitlement with length of service
Private healthcare
Mental health support, including free counselling
Dental cashback scheme
Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
Company pension
Life assurance
Bike-to-work scheme
Tools and toolbox provided
Full training and development
Opportunity to work on exciting engineering projects
The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for the planned and reactive maintenance of a range of PLC-controlled manufacturing machinery .
You will work as part of a close-knit engineering team, supporting production, improving equipment reliability and contributing to ongoing site investment projects.
Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) using the Idhammar CMMS system
Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns and equipment faults
Complete electrical and mechanical fault finding
Diagnose faults on PLC-controlled machinery
Support equipment upgrades and machine installations
Work alongside OEMs on engineering and improvement projects
Complete root cause analysis following breakdowns
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
Support the engineering team with projects designed to improve equipment reliability and efficiency
About You We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer who enjoys working in a proactive manufacturing environment.
You should have:
Multi-skilled maintenance experience , with either an electrical or mechanical bias
Previous experience maintaining manufacturing or process machinery
An apprenticeship or equivalent engineering training
A recognised Level 3 engineering qualification or above
Experience with both planned and reactive maintenance
Strong electrical and/or mechanical fault-finding ability
A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
The ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit engineering team
PLC experience would be advantageous, but full training can be provided on site-specific systems and equipment.
Why Join? This is more than a standard Maintenance Engineer position.
You will be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people, equipment and facilities. The engineering manager places technical development and progression at the heart of the team , providing engineers with the training, tools and support required to succeed.
If you're looking for a stable, well-invested manufacturing environment , excellent earning potential through overtime and bonus opportunities, and a shift pattern that gives you plenty of time off, this could be an excellent next step.
Apply Now If you think you are the right Maintenance Engineer for this opportunity, click Apply Now , call Ashton on , or email your CV to .
ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment across both permanent and contract positions. Contact us today for more engineering opportunities. xwzovoh
ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation