Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (days/nights) Locations:
Leicester Salary: £50,000 Benefits: 23 days annual leave bank holidays Health care cash back plans Death in service Cycle to work scheme Training and development opportunities

The Role We are seeking a reliable and proactive Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer to join a busy, 24/7 operation. Reporting to the Engineering Shift Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining and ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of plant and machinery that supports continuous manufacturing and supply chain activities.

Key Responsibilities Perform both planned and reactive electrical and mechanical maintenance across multiple sites Maintain machinery, equipment, and tools to ensure safety and optimal performance Collaborate with production teams to minimise downtime and implement preventative maintenance Investigate and diagnose causes of breakdowns and faults, ensuring repairs are recorded for trend analysis Manage the safe and efficient use of materials including consumables and chemicals Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards Maintain and improve engineering systems such as CMMS, KPIs, shift handovers, audits, and safety reviews Coordinate and oversee third-party engineering contractors on site Safeguard the wellbeing of all site personnel About You The ideal candidate will have:
Proven multi-skilled engineering experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment Strong mechanical, electrical, and building maintenance capabilities including control systems and utilities Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles and their practical application Knowledge of health & safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements Experience working shift patterns, including night shifts, ideally on automated sites Excellent communication skills with a logical, methodical approach to problem-solving Ability to handle multiple priorities and challenging situations calmly and efficiently Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential If you are a multi-skilled maintenance engineer based in Leicester get in touch with Josh Sharkey from Stirling Warrington for this role or any other role in the East Midlands.