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Shift Maintenance Engineer

Job in Exeter, Devon, EX2, England, UK
Listing for: Detail 2 Recruitment Limited
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-10
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Engineer
  • Engineering
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45000 GBP Yearly GBP 45000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Shift Maintenance Engineer (Permanent)
Shift Maintenance Engineer - FMCG - Exeter, Devon - £45,000

About the company

Our client is a well-established FMCG manufacturer looking to recruit a Shift Maintenance Engineer. You will play a key role in ensuring maximum uptime and efficient operation of the production plant. You'll be responsible for planned preventative maintenance, breakdown response, and ensuring full compliance with Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental, and Health & Safety statutory requirements.

Shift Maintenance Engineer - The Details

Salary up to £45,000
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Days and Nights, 6am- 6pm, 6pm - 6am)
Job Type: Permanent Shift Maintenance Engineer - Requirements

Background in electrical or mechanical engineering (highly desirable)
Experience in a production, engineering or manufacturing environment
Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
Experience in boiler maintenance
Excellent Health & Safety awareness
Good COSHH awareness Shift Maintenance Engineer - Responsibilities

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond effectively to plant breakdowns to minimise downtime
Ensure the plant is returned to service as quickly and safely as possible
Support long-term repair planning alongside the Engineering Manager where short-term fixes have been applied
Complete daily and weekly boiler maintenance tasks
Carry out electrical maintenance in compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations
Inspect, maintain, and work safely on pressure systems including steam, condensate, and air
Safely isolate plant to allow colleagues and contractors to carry out work and cleaning activities
Assist and supervise contractors as required
Issue Permits to Work and Isolation Certificates, ensuring all procedures are followed correctly
Communicate spare parts usage and requirements to ensure availability for future repairs About Us

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