Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Incredible Time Off Salary: £45,700 per annum Location: Leyland Shift Pattern: Days and Nights 4 on 4 off (18 days off every 7 rotations) We’re working with a leading manufacturing business in Leyland that continues to expand year after year. Due to ongoing growth and investment, they are now looking to recruit a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their high-performing engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, forward-thinking company that truly values work-life balance — with over 100 days off per year, plus access to extensive training and development. The Role – Mechanical Maintenance Engineer • Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across production machinery and site equipment. • Work as part of a skilled maintenance team to deliver reliability improvements. • Support engineering projects, installations, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently, with a focus on minimising downtime. Requirements for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer: • Mechanical Bias • Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent • Experience within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment (forces backgrounds also considered). • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability. • Confident working with pumps, conveyors, pneumatics, and hydraulics. • Good organisation and communication skills. • PC literate; IOSH or H&S qualification desirable. Benefits for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer: • Over 100 days annual leave per year due to unique shift pattern • Enhanced overtime rates • Pension contribution up to 5% • Personalised training and career development plan • Opportunities for internal promotion and progression • Free on-site parking & cycle-to-work scheme • Mental health and wellbeing support • Job security with a growing business committed to long-term success Commutable From: Preston, Chorley, Wigan, Blackburn, Bolton, Southport, Ormskirk. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Helen Brown at Pioneer Selection on As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.