Maintenance Engineer

Overview

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

• Electrical (approx. 40%)
• Fault finding on sensors, relays, motors
• Experience with single and three-phase systems
• PLC fault finding (inputs/outputs, not programming)

• Mechanical (approx. 60%)
• 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