Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

£35p/h

Days / Nights / Weekends

Location:

Blackburn

gap technical are proud to be representing a market‑leading manufacturing business in their search for an experienced Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to support operations at their site in Blackburn.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the manufacturing process by responding to breakdowns, carrying out planned maintenance, and driving continuous improvement across the site.

• Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance activities
• Fault‑find efficiently using machine history, documentation, and diagnostics
• Take ownership of a nominated production area
• Identify, correct, and modify recurring machine faults
• Work closely with production teams to maintain strong working relationships
• Train operational staff in minor maintenance tasks and assist with major repairs
• Ensure all machinery is maintained to a high engineering standard
• Actively contribute to reducing downtime and improving engineering processes

• Time‑served engineering apprenticeship (preferred)
• Electrical bias with strong hands‑on experience
• Proven experience with:

• 3‑Phase Electrical Systems
• Motors, Drives, Safety Relays & PLC'S
• Packaging machinery
• Background in FMCG / Packaging / Plastics manufacturing is advantageous but not essential
• Strong communication skills with the ability to plan and organise workload effectively
• Flexible approach to shift patterns (days, nights, weekends)

• Opportunity to work with a market‑leading manufacturing business
• Varied and challenging role in a fast‑paced environment

Please send your CV via the Apply Now option on the website.

Closing Date: 01/07/2026

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