Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer/Engineer

Maintenance Engineer
Salary: £38,000 – £43,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Thursday – 06:00 to 14:00, Friday – 06:00 to 11:00
Shift Flexibility: May rotate to 06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00 during peak periods or as business needs require

Are you a hands-on, multi-skilled maintenance professional with a strong mechanical background and experience in fast-paced manufacturing?

Do you thrive on keeping machines running smoothly, solving engineering problems, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement?

Our client is looking for a dependable Shift Maintenance Engineer to support day-to-day maintenance and engineering needs across a high-speed production environment. This role is ideal for someone with a solid mix of mechanical, fabrication, and general engineering experience, who enjoys both reactive work and proactive maintenance.

Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults on manufacturing equipment
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to reduce downtime
Respond quickly to breakdowns to keep production running efficiently
Support capital and improvement projects across the plant
Work across multiple disciplines, including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and fabrication tasks
Collaborate with production teams to improve machine performance and reliability
Keep accurate records of all maintenance work and equipment status
Participate in relevant training and stay current with equipment and technology

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering
Proven background in high-speed manufacturing (FMCG, automotive, or similar)
Solid mechanical engineering skills, including:
Welding and fabrication
Ability to work independently and as part of a small engineering team
Flexible, reliable, and solutions-focused

Experience with steel packaging machinery or materials
Basic electrical maintenance or PLC fault-finding skills
Self-motivated with a proactive approach to maintenance

Competitive salary based on experience
Overtime and shift premiums available
Company pension scheme
On-site parking
Training and career development opportunities

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