Job Description
**Maintenance Engineer – Days & Nights (4 on 4 off)
£48,000- £52,000
Are you a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a long-term role within a stable, growing business? This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, well-equipped manufacturing site operating cutting-edge automation and packaging machinery.
We are seeking a proactive, safety-focused engineer who enjoys a varied workload, thrives under pressure, and can work both independently and as part of a strong team.
The Role
You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of all site machinery, carrying out a mix of reactive maintenance and long-term improvement work. Key responsibilities include:
* Carrying out electrical and mechanical maintenance across a range of production and packaging equipment
* Responding to breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime
* Supporting the introduction and development of a new PPM schedule
* Ensuring safe isolation of equipment in line with legislation and best practice
* Working closely with the Engineering Manager to prioritise tasks
* Participating in engineering and non-engineering projects to support site development
* Providing continuous improvement support to help optimise plant performance
Key Competencies
* Strong electrical bias with mechanical capability
* Safety-driven approach to all engineering activities
* Effective communicator able to work well with a diverse team
* Skilled in fault finding, diagnostics, and problem solving
* Able to manage a busy workload and make sound technical decisions under pressure
Equipment & Systems Exposure
You'll work on a range of machinery and components including:
* Motors, sensors, relays
* Bearings, belts, chains, pumps
* Flow wrappers, case packers, graders
* Robots and automated packaging lines
* Control systems, conveyors, and MAF Roda machinery
Shift Pattern
* Days & Nights
* Week 1: 4 on 4 off (6am – 6pm)
* Week 2: 4 on 4 off (6pm –6am)
* Average 42 hours per week
Salary & Benefits
* £48,000 - £52,000 annual salary
* Free onsite parking
* Free Wi-Fi
* Additional site perks including fresh produce
* 22.5 days holiday (including bank holidays)
What We're Looking For
A motivated, hands-on engineer who wants to join a long-term family-style environment and contribute to an exciting period of growth. Must be comfortable working alongside a diverse engineering team and have strong factory maintenance experience.
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