Job Description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Plant Engineering

Doncaster Plant

Role description

We are currently seeking to strengthen its operation with the recruitment of a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer at its Doncaster site, reporting to the Mechanical Team Leader in the Plant Engineering Department.

Responsibilities:

Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM)

Attending Breakdowns

Ensure adequate stores and equipment spares to maintain functioning of plant

General Factory Mechanical Maintenance

Provide support for critical plant functions as and when required

Communicate with colleagues and management to establish and maintain a well-informed team

Work as part of an effective team to manage & control the workload throughout the shift

Required skills / qualifications:

Gained a recognised Apprenticeship in mechanical engineering

Minimum 5 years engineering experience

Good understanding of the production and packaging processes

Have good attention to detail with good problem-solving skills

Ability to produce and read engineering drawings

What we offer

Salary minimum 32,358 - 39,886 maximum per annum (Grade 6)

Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions

37 hour working week, Monday to Friday, with option for condensed working hours, plus 26.5 days holiday + 8 statutory holidays

An environment where we support the development and progression of our employees, tailored to the individual's aspirations and business opportunities

Health and wellbeing initiatives, such as Occupational Health and cycle to work scheme

Family friendly policies and Company Sick Pay, after qualifying period



Role Profile available on request.



This role is open to external applicants.



Internal candidates must apply via myArdagh.

Closing Date:

25th August 2025



About Ardagh Group



Ardagh Group is a global leader in metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world's leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of almost $10 billion. Today we have a presence across Europe, Africa and the Americas.



Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favourite beverages from?

Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?

Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?



Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what's possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact whilst remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible.



We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated.



Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you'll enjoy the journey!



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