Lead Maintenance Engineer

Bodycote operates an international network of facilities serving a broad range of industries, including aerospace, defence, automotive, power generation, oil & gas, construction, machine building, medical, and transportation. As the world’s leading provider of heat treatments and specialist thermal processing services, Bodycote is a vital part of the global manufacturing supply chain, employing over 4,500 people across 22 countries.

We recognise that the success of our business depends on the skills, commitment, and loyalty of our people. We strive to provide a working environment where these qualities are rewarded and valued.

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Job purpose: The role involves providing both proactive and reactive support to maintenance engineering teams across the Specialist Technology HIP Europe facilities. You will help drive the implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), ensuring the continuous and safe operation of equipment while minimising incidents and breakdowns. This role offers an excellent opportunity to travel, with up to 60% of time spent visiting European sites.

Key responsibilities:

• Travel & remote support to HIP Europe sites to assist with reactive and planned maintenance activities, including fault diagnosis and emergency repairs.
• Managing/delivering small projects related to equipment improvements or installations.
• Performing tasks to enhance asset reliability and overall plant efficiency, including managing the MMS (Maintenance Management System) and ensuring spare parts availability.
• Assisting with contractor coordination for the servicing of plant, machinery, and related services.
• Standardising procedures for the safe operation and maintenance of HIP units.
• Supporting the implementation of 5S principles in maintenance areas and sharing best practices across sites.

Qualifications, experience and skills:

• HND in electromechanical engineering or similar qualification (NVQ level), with hands-on experience.
• Proven experience in mechanical breakdown repair of plant, machinery, and services.
• Experience working with compressors, gas handling, and electrical systems.
• Ideally, experience with PLCs and control systems.
• Fluency in English (German/French is an advantage).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with MMS software is a plus.
• A team player with a collaborative attitude, flexible approach, and a strong drive for results.
• Self-motivated, well-organised, and able to work effectively under pressure.
• Must be able and willing to travel across Europe (up to 60% of the time), with all necessary travel documents (passport, visa, etc.) in place.

What You Can Expect:

• Work with interesting, unique, and diverse technology and equipment.
• Join a newly formed engineering organisation with significant investment opportunities and high potential.
• Have a tangible positive impact on site operations and the overall business.
• Be part of a dynamic engineering team focused on growth and modernisation.
• We are committed to employee development and growth, offering opportunities to learn from site visits and share best practices across locations.

Must haves:

• Experience and knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Familiarity with 5S principles (Separate, Simplify, Systematize, Standardize, Sustain).
• Determination, a passion for learning, and a proactive approach.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English.

Salary / package:

• Pension – match contribution from 4% – 10%
• Private medical insurance
• Life Assurance – 2 x annual salary
• Employee assistance program including wellbeing app.
• Free parking on all sites
• Free refreshments provided
• An entitlement to full pay whilst off sick for a limited number of days (in addition to your statutory sick pay entitlement)
• 25 days holiday plus national holidays

How to Apply: Please submit your CV along with your salary expectations using the contact options provided above. We kindly ask all internal applicants to inform their current line manager about their application.