Overview
Reference
Maintenance Salary
£35,000 - £37,500/annum Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- North West England -- Lancashire -- Preston Job Type
Permanent Posted
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Preston, PR1 1UN
Permanent - Full Time
Monday–Thursday 07:00–15:30 (30 min unpaid lunch) | Friday 07:00–13:00
£35,000 + DOE
Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer ready to take ownership of a busy manufacturing site and make a tangible difference?
Our client is a long-established UK manufacturer and supplier of industrial laminates, composite materials, and precision-machined components. With over 155 years of expertise, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality products backed by exceptional service and responsiveness.
About the Role
Based at the Preston site, you will take responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of the entire facility — from NC machinery to general building maintenance and plumbing.
This is a hands-on, varied role where you’ll oversee the day-to-day maintenance of a fast-paced manufacturing environment, including:
1. Managing plant and site services maintenance
2. Controlling and delivering the preventative maintenance schedule
3. Coordinating and supervising third-party engineers and contractors
4. Supporting Health & Safety, Technical, and Site/Buildings functions
5. Managing maintenance procurement and supplies
6. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors
7. Mentoring and supporting a trainee/assistant
About You
You are a proactive, practical problem-solver with a strong sense of ownership and a “can-do” attitude. You’re comfortable working independently while supporting the wider team.
Essential:
8. Proven experience managing scheduled maintenance systems
9. Mechanical maintenance training or hands-on experience
10. Welding and fabrication experience
11. Experience with steam boilers and systems (BOAS desirable)
12. Strong Health & Safety awareness
13. Full UK Driving Licence
14. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Desirable:
15. Electrical maintenance experience
16. Building and roofing knowledge
17. PLC networking knowledge
18. Working at height experience (PASMA/IPAF preferred)
19. FLT licence
What’s in It for You?
20. Personal pension contribution
21. Profit share scheme
22. Sick pay scheme
23. Ongoing training and development
24. Free on-site parking
25. Canteen facilities
26. Holiday reward scheme
27. Company uniform provided
If you’re ready to take pride in maintaining a well-established manufacturing site and play a key role in its continued success, we’d love to hear from you.
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