Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive and versatile Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment to ensure maximum equipment uptime and safe efficient plant operations.

• Perform routine and emergency mechanical and electrical maintenance on production machinery, utilities and facilities equipment.
• Diagnose faults, repair and replace defective parts promptly to minimize downtime.
• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) according to schedules and record all work completed.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards at all times.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete shift reports as required.
• Work collaboratively with production and operations teams to resolve issues effectively.
• Recommend improvements to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Keep spare parts inventory updated and liaise with suppliers when necessary.
• Participate in training and development to maintain up‑to‑date skills and certifications.

• Relevant technical qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (e.g. NVQ, HNC, HND or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a similar multi‑skilled maintenance role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (pumps, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics) and electrical systems (motors, control panels, PLCs).
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics and drawings.
• Good fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours including shift work and call‑outs if required.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Experience working with PLCs and automated production lines.
• 17th/18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (if electrical bias).
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).