Average Java Engineer salary in Birmingham

Location: Remote, with occasional travel to the South Coast and one international trip per yearSalary: £50,000–£60,000 + 3% bonusHours: 35 hours per weekType: PermanentWe’re looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer to join a growing technology team.This is a hands-on role focused on designing, developing, testing and improving Java-based software, working across development, testing, implementation and support to deliver reliable, maintainable solutions.It’s also an opportunity to take the next step towards technical leadership. As your experience develops, you’ll have the chance to take greater responsibility for technical direction, software quality, mentoring and team development, with the potential to progress into a more senior role.What you’ll be doingDesign, develop, test and maintain high-quality Java softwareTranslate technical and business requirements into practical solutionsDevelop new functionality, integrations and product improvementsApply strong software engineering and coding best practicesReview code and provide constructive feedback to other developersInvestigate defects and technical issues, identifying and resolving root causesSupport effective testing, including unit testing and test dataProduce clear technical and user documentationContribute to solution design and technical decision-makingWork closely with Software Testers, Implementers, Business Analysts, Project Managers and Support teamsSupport technical discussions, knowledge sharing and mentoringHelp establish consistent development and quality standardsContribute to the adoption of AI-assisted development and other emerging technologies where they add valueTechnical environmentJava development is the key priority, but an understanding of the wider technology environment will be useful.Experience or an interest in developing skills across the following would be beneficial:AWS and cloud environmentsDevOpsPostgreSQL and SQLAPIs and integrationsInfrastructure and security considerationsAI-assisted development and automationYou don't need to be an infrastructure specialist. The focus is on software development and understanding how your solutions operate within the wider technology environment.About youYou’ll be an experienced commercial Java developer who enjoys staying hands-on but is also ready to take the next step towards technical leadership.You’ll ideally have:Strong commercial Java development experienceExperience developing and maintaining software in a commercial environmentA good understanding of software design, development practices and code qualityExperience with APIs, integrations or complex business applicationsStrong problem-solving and debugging skillsExcellent communication and collaboration skillsAn interest in mentoring and supporting other developersA proactive approach and a genuine desire to improve how things are doneThe opportunityThis is a role for an experienced Java Developer who wants to grow with the team. You’ll remain hands-on with Java development while gradually taking on more responsibility for technical standards, solution design, mentoring and delivery.What's on offer?£50,000–£60,000 salary3% bonus, with potential for increased earning opportunity as leadership responsibilities developFully remote workingOccasional travel to the South CoastOne international trip per year35-hour working week

Maintenance EngineerLocation: Birmingham – Walkers Chocolates HQSalary: Competitive, dependent on experienceContract: Full-time, PermanentDepartment: EngineeringReports to: Maintenance ManagerThe OpportunityAre you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity within a fast-paced manufacturing environmentWe are looking for a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to join the engineering team at Walkers Chocolates HQ in Birmingham, responsible for keeping manufacturing machinery, equipment and site facilities operating safely, reliably and efficiently.This is a varied role combining planned preventative maintenance, reactive breakdown response, fault finding and continuous improvement, with a real focus on reducing downtime, improving equipment reliability and supporting production performance.A Day in the LifeAs a Maintenance Engineer, you'll work closely with production and engineering teams to keep equipment operating at optimum performance. You'll respond to breakdowns, diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs, while also delivering planned maintenance and identifying opportunities to prevent recurring failures. You'll contribute to continuous improvement projects, support changeovers and start-ups, maintain accurate engineering records and help ensure all engineering activities meet the required safety, quality and food safety standards.What You'll Do• Carry out planned preventative maintenance to maximise equipment reliability and production uptime.• Respond to breakdowns, diagnose faults, identify root causes and implement effective repairs.• Analyse recurring equipment failures and contribute to corrective actions and structured problem solving.• Support continuous improvement, Kaizen, defect elimination and equipment performance projects.• Maintain accurate maintenance records, defect logs and engineering documentation.• Support production during changeovers, start-ups and operational improvements.• Work in accordance with GMP, food safety, quality, legality and product authenticity requirements.• Maintain engineering tools, equipment and work areas in line with 5S standards.• Build strong working relationships with production teams and escalate significant downtime or recurring issues where required.What You'll Bring• A recognised Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering qualification, or equivalent practical experience.• Hands-on experience within a maintenance engineering environment.• Strong electrical and/or mechanical fault-finding and breakdown response skills.• Experience carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance.• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.• Good computer literacy and experience using maintenance systems.• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.• The flexibility to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment and support operational requirements.Desirable Experience• Multi-skilled engineering capability across electrical and mechanical disciplines.• Experience with high-speed packaging or manufacturing machinery.• PLC fault-finding and diagnostic experience.• Previous experience within FMCG or food manufacturing.• Knowledge of BDA analysis, PPM systems and continuous improvement methodologies.• GMP and food manufacturing compliance experience.What Success Looks LikeYou'll play a key role in improving equipment availability, reducing downtime and supporting reliable production. Success will be measured through effective preventative maintenance, improved breakdown response and MTTR, reduced equipment-related quality issues, successful changeovers and a strong contribution to safe and efficient operations.The EnvironmentThis is a site-based manufacturing position, working around production machinery and engineering equipment. The role involves regular standing, walking, bending and manual handling, with PPE required in designated areas. You will be expected to work in accordance with all health, safety, food safety and quality requirements.If you're a proactive Maintenance Engineer with strong fault-finding skills and a passion for keeping manufacturing operations running at their best, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career.No agencies please.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Dudley | £36,000 per annum + OvertimePermanent | Full-Time | Weekly PaidJoin an established steel processing company in Dudley, maintaining heavy industrial presses and production machinery. The RoleWorking alongside an Electrician in a two-person engineering team, you’ll carry out planned maintenance and breakdown repairs to keep production running safely and efficiently.Key ResponsibilitiesPlanned preventative maintenance (PPM) and breakdown repairsMechanical fault-finding on heavy industrial presses and steel processing machineryMaintenance of hydraulic and pneumatic systemsReplacing bearings, seals, chains, belts, gears and mechanical componentsDismantling, repairing and reassembling machineryWelding, fabrication, bench fitting and oxy/acetylene cuttingFault diagnosis on gearboxes, drives and material-handling equipmentOperating overhead cranes, forklifts and cherry pickers where requiredCompleting maintenance reports and following safe working practices RequirementsNVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical MaintenanceTime-served apprenticeship preferredHeavy industrial maintenance experienceIndustrial press or steel processing experience advantageousSlitting/decoiling machinery experience beneficial Shift Pattern40 hours per week | 3-week rotating shiftWeek 1 – Days: Monday–Friday, 6am–2pmWeek 2 – Nights: Monday–Thursday, 8pm–6amAdditional £1/hour antisocial allowanceWeek 3 – Afternoons: Monday–Thursday, 2pm–12am Pay RatesBasic: £16.08/hourWeekday overtime: £20.01/hourSaturday overtime: £24.12/hourSunday / Bank Holiday overtime: £32.16/hourExcellent overtime opportunities to increase earnings. BenefitsWeekly payPermanent position3-month probation period33 days’ holiday, including fixed shutdown periodsGroup pension scheme (currently under review)Death-in-service cover after 3 monthsSimplyhealth cash plan, free after 3 months Apply TodayIf you’re a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with experience in heavy industrial machinery, presses or steel processing, apply now to take the next step in your engineering career.