Maintenance Engineer

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER Job Title – Maintenance Engineer Location – Basildon, Essex Salary – £45,000 – £46,500 Shift – Rotating Days (Early & Late Shift Pattern + Saturdays) Job Role of the Maintenance Engineer A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a highly automated and modern manufacturing facility within a global organisation. This site has seen continued investment and offers a clean, structured environment with strong opportunities for training, development, and progression. Working as part of the engineering team, you will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance across a range of specialist production equipment. With a strong focus on preventative maintenance (approx. 60%), this role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys improving reliability, reducing downtime, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. The site operates large-scale, high-speed production lines within a COMAH-regulated environment, offering exposure to advanced machinery and processes. Sector – Factory Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Maintenance Engineer Level 3 in Engineering or Above Previous UK experience as a Maintenance Engineer Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer Multi-skilled engineer (electrical or mechanical bias) Strong fault-finding skills across electrical and/or mechanical systems Experience working with PLC fault finding, control panels, sensors, and drives Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics Experience using CMMS systems and working to maintenance schedules Engineering qualification (apprentice trained or equivalent Level 3) Desirable Requirements for the Maintenance Engineer Experience within a COMAH or highly regulated environment Strong understanding of continuous improvement and OEE Experience working on high-speed or automated production lines The Maintenance Engineer will benefit from: Working for a global, market-leading manufacturing business Profit-related bonus scheme Excellent overtime opportunities to increase earnings Pension and life assurance 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Ongoing training and development across a wide range of equipment Modern, open-plan production environment Clear progression opportunities as the business continues to invest