Job Title
Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer – Knowsley, Liverpool
Overview
Salary: £45,423 + overtime. Shift: Double Days – 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm (Monday‑Friday).
Job Role
A well‑established and growing manufacturing business requires a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to support efficient production by delivering planned and reactive maintenance, minimising downtime, and achieving production targets.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdowns.
* Diagnose and fault‑find on electrical and mechanical systems.
* Perform repairs, upgrades and installations across site machinery.
* Conduct routine system and pre‑start checks for safe operation.
* Work with conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics and steam systems.
* Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives (5S).
* Minimise downtime and maximise machine efficiency.
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and update spares inventory.
* Work closely with production teams and liaise with management when required.
* Ensure all work complies with health & safety and hygiene standards.
* Supervise contractors, ensure permits and procedures are followed.
Non‑Negotiable Requirements
* Time‑served/apprentice‑trained engineer.
* Proven multi‑skilled maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
* Strong reactive and planned maintenance experience.
* Electrical and mechanical fault‑finding ability.
Requirements
* Engineering qualification (ONC or higher preferred).
* 17th or 18th edition electrical qualification.
* PLC fault‑finding/diagnostic experience.
* Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
* Knowledge of steam boilers or similar plant equipment.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Desirable Requirements
* Experience within the food manufacturing industry.
* Experience in a high‑care or fast‑paced production environment.
Benefits
* Competitive salary with a confirmed pay increase.
* Monday‑Friday shift pattern (no weekends).
* Overtime opportunities.
* Progressive holiday package (up to 25 days + bank holidays).
* Stable, growing business.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Supportive and collaborative engineering team.
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