Maintenance Engineer
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Hours: 38.75 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Rotating 3-shift system
Week 1: 06:00 – 14:15
Week 2: 14:00 – 22:15
Week 3: 22:00 – 06:15
1 in 3 Sundays: 06:00 – 14:00 (mandatory)
Shift Allowances:
Early & late shifts: +£0.20 per hour
Nights: +25%
Sundays: Time and a half
Salary: £41,300 – £45,700 per annum (depending on experience)
Benefits: Pension scheme, financial wellbeing support, salary access app
The Role
We are seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a highly automated, technically advanced engineering environment. This is a hands-on role supporting both preventative planned maintenance (PPM) and breakdown response, working across a mix of modern and legacy automation systems.
The business is investing heavily in new technology, equipment, and internal engineer development, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow, mentor others, and progress within a sophisticated engineering operation.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance across automated production and warehouse systems
Electrical fault-finding including safe isolation, testing for dead, continuity and polarity checks
Mechanical maintenance including pneumatics, motors, chains, and conveyors
PLC fault-finding using plug-and-play systems (Siemens experience advantageous)
Work on control panels, inputs and outputs
Support facilities and building maintenance as required
Generate accurate maintenance records, reports, and spares documentation
Work collaboratively with contractors and internal teams to meet operational timelines
Support and adapt to departmental change under new management
Step up to mentor and support colleagues when required
Equipment & Systems You’ll Work On
Conveyor systems and motorised rollers
Automated pickers and storage & retrieval systems
Lidding, strapping, bagging and printing machines
Tote cranes, shuttles, lifts, and production lines
Mix of newer and advanced legacy automation equipment
About You
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
Multi-skilled background (70/30 mechanical considered if electrically competent)
Strong electrical safety knowledge and fault-finding ability
Experience in a factory, manufacturing, or automated warehouse environment
Comfortable working at heights and physically fit
Confident working on electrical panels
Willing to take on responsibility and support leadership when needed
High attention to detail and honest, reliable work ethic
What We’re Looking For
This role would suit an engineer who:
Enjoys working in a technically advanced environment
Is open to change and continuous improvement
Wants to be a key part of a close-knit engineering team
Is ready to step up, mentor others, and progress long-term