Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer – 4‑Day Week (No Weekends)
£44,000 + excellent benefits | Pontefract WF9
(easy commute from Wakefield, Leeds, Doncaster, Barnsley, Rotherham, Castleford, Pontefract)
Finlay Beverages Ltd is part of the global Finlays group, a world leader in tea, coffee and botanical solutions. We supply some of the biggest beverage brands worldwide and are proud of our people‑centred culture, long‑term vision and commitment to continuous improvement.
We’re now looking for a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team and support our automated manufacturing operations. You’ll also take part in a tailored four‑day induction from day one to help you settle in and succeed.
Why You’ll Love Working for Us
* £44,000 salary
* 4‑day working week – no weekends
* Every other week gives you 4 days off
* 20 days holiday + 7 bank holidays (based on 4‑day week)
* Up to 12% employer pension contribution
* 8x life assurance
* Health & wellbeing platform, discounts & cashback
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Staff shop & recognition awards
* Career development, training and progression
* Strong people‑focused culture
What You’ll Be Doing
Maintaining and improving automated production and packaging machinery
Fault finding and breakdown response on mechanical and electrical systems
Supporting reactive and planned maintenance activity
Developing and carrying out PPM schedules (roughly 60% reactive / 40% PPM)
Contributing to continuous improvement and engineering projects
Supporting machinery installation and commissioning
Producing and updating Safe Working Procedures
Supporting and mentoring apprentices/Technical Operators
Working collaboratively with Production, QA, and wider site teams
Shift Pattern (4‑Day Week – No Weekends)
* Week 1: Mon–Thu, 2pm–12am
* Week 2: Tue–Fri, 6am–4pm
* Week 3: Mon–Thu, 5am–3pm
* Week 4: Tue–Fri, 6am–4pm
Every other week = 4 full days off.
What You’ll Need
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
ONC in Mechanical Engineering
Experience in high‑speed manufacturing
Good knowledge of pneumatics & hydraulics
Practical engineering skills (turning, milling, grinding, welding – MIG/TIG/MMA/aluminium)
Skills & Attributes:
Strong problem‑solver with clear communication
Able to prioritise workload and work to deadlines
Good numeracy, literacy and basic project management awareness
Team player with a proactive, hands‑on approach
Nice to Have:
Exposure to automated lines, conveyors or packaging machinery
PLC familiarity (Siemens/Allen Bradley) beneficial
What It’s Like to Work Here
You’ll be welcomed into a supportive team and a culture based on:
acting for the long term, accountability, continuous improvement and succeeding together.
You’ll take part in a comprehensive induction including site tours, tea & coffee tasting, and meeting key colleagues across the business.
We’re committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. If you need adjustments during the application or interview process, let us know