Multi skilled maintenance engineer

MULTI-SKILLED MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Job Title – Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Location – Leyland, Lancashire
Salary – £47,598 (flexible for the right candidate)
Shift – 7–7 (42 hours per week)

Job Role of the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

A rare opportunity has become available for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a highly automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility within a growing FMCG business. With continued investment and the addition of new production lines, this site offers a fantastic environment for engineers looking to develop technically and build a long-term career.

Working as part of a supportive engineering team, you will be responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance across a wide range of modern production machinery. This role offers excellent training, development pathways, and the chance to progress within the business.

Key Responsibilities

Carrying out reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production machinery
Responding to breakdowns quickly to minimise downtime and maintain efficiency
Working on a wide range of equipment including pallet wrappers, conveyors, packaging machines, cutting machines, compressors and boilers
Electrical fault finding on single and three-phase systems, motors, inverters, relays and drives
Mechanical maintenance including hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, bearings, chains and belts
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across site
Completing all maintenance documentation accurately and on time
Working in line with health & safety, quality and operational standards

Sector – Factory Maintenance (FMCG)

Non-Negotiable Requirements

Multi-skilled maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment
Minimum NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering

Desirable Requirements

FMCG or high-speed manufacturing experience
Experience working with automated production equipment

The Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer will benefit from:

Working for a market-leading, expanding manufacturing business
Clear training and development pathways with structured training matrix
Opportunities to progress technically or into leadership roles
Excellent benefits package including:

Pension scheme
Life assurance
Staff shop and retail discounts
Free parking
Health support and wellbeing benefits
Free flu vaccine and eye care vouchers