Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £45, 500 (Salary + Shift Allowance)

Hours: 06:00-14:00 / 14:00 – 22:00

Contract Type: Fixed Term – 18 months minimum

Start Date: ASAP

We are working with an manufacturing business seeking a Reliability Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a multi-skilled engineer who wants to move beyond reactive maintenance into a more proactive, reliability-focused role, helping drive equipment performance, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement across the site.

The Role:

• Carrying out fault finding and repairs on production equipment
• Delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and supporting breakdown response
• Identifying and implementing improvements to reduce repeat failures
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Using CMMS systems to manage maintenance activities and track performance
• Working closely with production, engineering, and support teams
• Assisting with spares identification and inventory control
• Supporting and mentoring apprentices where required
• Maintaining high standards of health & safety and housekeeping

The Candidate:

• A time-served apprenticeship or equivalent in an engineering discipline
• Multi-skilled experience (mechanical & electrical)
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience using CMMS / maintenance systems
• Knowledge of PPM and reliability-based maintenance approaches
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on long-term solutions

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