Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

We are currently seeking a proactive and experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to support and maintain a site with modern automated machinery. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who can hit the ground running, contribute to continuous improvement, and work as part of a well-established engineering team.

You will be working alongside a team of engineers, reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, and playing a key role in maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and reliability across the operation.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdowns
• Maintain and repair automated and conveyor-based machinery
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Diagnose and fault‑find on both mechanical and electrical systems
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety regulations
• Work efficiently to minimise downtime and support production targets

• Fault finding on sensors, relays, motors
• Experience with single and three‑phase systems
• PLC fault finding (inputs/outputs, not programming)

• Bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes
• Pneumatics
• Welding and basic machining

• Conveyors (mechanical & electrical)
• Palletisers
• Automated sortation systems

• Apprentice trained or time‑served engineer
• Background in manufacturing, FMCG, or distribution
• Strong conveyor experience is essential
• Physically fit and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment
• Flexible with shift patterns
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ex‑forces candidates welcomed
• Overseas‑trained engineers considered on a case‑by‑case basis (excellent English required)

• Rotating shifts:
  Week 1: 6am - 2pm
  Week 2: 6am - 2pm
  Week 3: 2pm - 10pm
  Week 4: 6pm - 2am
• Plus one 8‑hour Sunday shift every 4 weeks
• 42 hours per week

• Salary: £46,473.96
• Overtime paid at time and a quarter (limited requirement)
• 20 days holiday, increasing annually up to 25 days
• Market‑leading family leave policies
• Employee assistance programme with wellbeing support
• Retail and online discount benefits