Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Temp - Potential to Go Permanent)
Location: Tameside
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Start Date: ASAP (Like, yesterday would be nice)
Pickles Recruitment is on the hunt for a solid Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a busy chemical company based in Dukinfield. This isn''t just any temp role — for the right candidate, it could turn into a permanent gig. So, if you''re reliable, skilled, and not scared of getting your hands a bit greasy, keep reading.
What you''ll be doing:

• Maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment, focusing on pumps, pump systems, and mixers (basically the heart and soul of the production line).
• Troubleshooting mechanical faults before they turn into full-blown disasters.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance to keep everything running smoother than your morning coffee.
• Collaborating with the maintenance team to keep downtime to an absolute minimum.
• Reporting on work done and recommending improvements to equipment reliability.

What we want from you:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer, preferably in a manufacturing or chemical environment.
• Hands-on experience with pumps, pump systems, and mixers (if you can talk pumps in your sleep, even better).
• A strong work history that shows you don''t just turn up—you deliver.
• Ability to work Monday to Friday, keeping the 8-to-5 rhythm going without drama.
• A "can-do" attitude with a sprinkle of common sense and plenty of grit.

Why apply?

• Temp role with potential to go permanent — prove you''re a legend and you''re in.
• Work for a respected chemical company that knows the value of a good engineer.
• Straightforward hours — no crazy shifts, no weekend grind.
• Dukinfield location — easy to get to, even easier to enjoy your evenings.

If you''re ready to stop faffing about and get stuck into a role that values your skills, drop us your CV. ASAP starts preferred — we''re looking for someone who can jump in and keep things ticking like clockwork.