Maintenance Engineer Exeter £45,000 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights – 6am–6pm / 6pm–6am)
We are currently recruiting for a
Maintenance Engineer
to join a well-established and growing operation based in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically biased engineer who is also comfortable carrying out mechanical maintenance within a fast-paced industrial environment.
Working a
4 on / 4 off rotating days and nights shift pattern, you will play a key role in ensuring plant reliability, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous production.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
and respond effectively to breakdowns to maximise plant uptime
Ensure machinery is
returned to operation quickly and safely
following faults
Support long-term maintenance planning alongside the Engineering Team Manager (ETM)
Perform routine maintenance on
boilers and associated systems
Maintain and monitor
pressure systems, including steam, condensate, and compressed air
Ensure all plant is
safely isolated
for maintenance, cleaning, and contractor work
Issue and manage
Permits to Work and Isolation Certificates
in line with procedures
Assist and supervise contractors on site when required
Accurately record all maintenance activities using internal systems and logs
Report and manage spare parts usage to ensure availability for future repairs
Maintain
high housekeeping standards
across the site
Promote a
“right first time” approach
to maintenance, implementing long-term solutions
Adhere to all
Health & Safety legislation, including safe systems of work and risk assessments
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations including
Electricity at Work Regulations, LOLER, ISO 14001 & ISO 50001
Support environmental initiatives, including
spill response and prevention
Assist production teams and contribute to ongoing site improvements
About You
Electrically qualified
with strong fault-finding skills
Mechanically competent
with hands-on maintenance experience
Experience working with
boilers and steam systems
Strong understanding of
health & safety practices, including COSHH
A proactive,
self-motivated team player
with a positive attitude
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
First Aid qualification (desirable)
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary of
£45,000
Structured
4 on / 4 off shift pattern
providing a great work-life balance
Opportunity to join a stable and supportive engineering team
Ongoing training and development opportunities