Maintenance Engineer

Join a market-leading food manufacturing company operating in a modern, high-tech production facility in Skelmersdale. We're seeking Electrical or Mechanically biased Maintenance Engineers to support a growing and well-structured engineering team. This is not a firefighting role — you'll be part of a large, well-invested factory with healthy maintenance budgets , strong processes, and a supportive team ethos . The company actively invests in its people and equipment, with a clear focus on training, career progression , and future-focused engineering improvements .

If you have strong electrical or mechanical skills and enjoy working in a fast-paced but well-managed environment, this Maintenance Engineer role could be a great fit for you. Benefits:
Salary of c £59k Quarterly Bonus (£1,400 - £3,200 annually) Plus paid Overtime Subsidised canteen Staff discounts 23 Shifts leave  your birthday off ! Critical Illness Cover, Salary Sacrifice Scheme for Electric Cars , Discounted gym membership plus more …. Shift Pattern:
Panama Shifts – Days and Nights (12 hours) (3s & 2s) (2 weeks Days then 2 weeks Nights)

Key Responsibilities of Maintenance Engineer:
Deliver hands-on engineering support to keep production running smoothly Perform both reactive and planned maintenance Use CMMS system to record and track maintenance activities Work closely with production to meet performance goals Follow safety and repair best practices at all times Contribute to continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives Be part of a collaborative, supportive engineering team with a strong culture of teamwork

What We're Looking For:

Time-served or apprenticeship-trained engineer Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or ONC/HNC preferred) Strong electrical skillset Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment A positive, proactive mindset and a team player Eagerness to grow, learn, and contribute to a forward-thinking engineering department

To Apply:

If you're an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a role with long-term career potential in a stable, forward-thinking company — we'd love to hear from you! Wagstaff Recruitment – Building Trusted Relationships to Create Great Opportunities