Full job descriptionThe Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a busy manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience within FMCG, manufacturing, industrial, production, or process environments who enjoys working in a fast-paced setting where no two days are the same.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring plant and equipment operate efficiently through a combination of preventative maintenance, reactive breakdown support, fault finding, and continuous improvement activities.
Key Responsibilities
*Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across manufacturing machinery and site equipment.
*Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults.
*Minimise downtime and ensure production targets are achieved.
*Conduct root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions.
*Work closely with production teams to maximise equipment reliability and performance.
*Complete maintenance documentation and update maintenance management systems.
*Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
*Ensure all maintenance work is carried out safely and in line with company procedures.
*Assist with machinery installations, upgrades, and project work when required.
Requirements
*Previous experience as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Technician, Shift Engineer, or similar.
*Background within FMCG, manufacturing, industrial, processing, packaging, or production environments.
*Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills.
*Experience carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance.
*Knowledge of conveyors, motors, drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, sensors, and automated equipment.
*Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
*Relevant engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC/HND, Apprenticeship or equivalent).
*Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Desirable Experience
*PLC fault-finding experience.
*CMMS experience.
*Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing knowledge.
*Food, packaging, pharmaceutical, automotive, or heavy manufacturing experience.
What’s on Offer?
*Competitive salary.
*Overtime opportunities.
*Pension scheme.
*Training and development opportunities.
*Career progression within a growing business.
*Supportive and collaborative working environment.
If you are a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for your next challenge within a forward-thinking manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.