Multi-Skilled Engineer - Weekend Days
Kettering, Northamptonshire
£23.63 per hour (circa £30,000)
Saturday & Sunday | 06:00 - 18:00
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for a Multi‑Skilled Engineer to join a modern, growing manufacturing site on a permanent weekend day shift.
This is an excellent opportunity to secure a stable role working just 2 days per week (24 hours) while earning a strong salary, with the chance to be part of a business investing heavily in automation, equipment, and site expansion.
You’ll play a key role in keeping production running during peak weekend operations, where engineering support is critical to maintaining output and efficiency.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Weekend Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:
* Responding quickly to breakdowns and minimising downtime
* Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults
* Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
* Supporting production teams with technical issues
* Working on a range of automated production equipment
* Assisting with ongoing improvements and project work
* Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with manufacturing standards
The Equipment You’ll Work On
* Automated production and processing lines
* Conveyors, motors, and drives
* Pneumatic systems and bulk handling equipment
* Packaging and palletising systems
* PLC‑controlled machinery
What We’re Looking For
Essential
* Multi‑skilled engineer (mechanical & electrical)
* Experience in manufacturing or process industries
* Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
* Ability to work independently
* Good understanding of health & safety
Desirable
* PLC fault‑finding experience
* Experience in automated production environments
* Electrical qualifications (18th Edition or similar)
What You’ll Get
* £23.63 per hour
* Approx. £30,000 annual earnings (based on weekend hours)
* 33 days holiday (pro rata)
* Pension scheme (up to 7% employer contribution)
* Long‑term, stable role in a growing business
* Exposure to modern equipment and ongoing site investment
* Great work‑life balance with weekdays free
Why Apply?
This role is ideal if you’re looking for:
* A better work‑life balance
* A part‑time engineering role with strong earning potential (pro rata)
* The chance to work in a modern, automated manufacturing environment
* A business that is actively investing in its people and equipment
If you’re a hands‑on engineer who enjoys working independently and wants a high‑impact role across weekend production, this could be a great fit.
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