Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Days (Monday to Friday)

Circa £42,000

Okehampton, Devon

Hands-on engineering role with real impact ...

We're working with a long-established, well-invested production site based near Okehampton who are looking to expand their maintenance team and add a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to help deliver reliable plant performance and reduce downtime.

This is a days-based role in a fast-paced production environment, ideally suited to someone with an electrical bias — though mechanical engineers with evidence of any electrical fault-finding skills are also encouraged to apply, as well as those leaving the forces.

As part of the core engineering team, you'll support both reactive and planned maintenance across a range of production machinery and utilities.

• Carrying out fault‑finding, repairs, and component replacement on a wide range of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Supporting the site's preventative maintenance schedule to minimise unplanned breakdowns.
• Working safely and efficiently within electrical panels, including isolations, motor controls, sensors, relays, and PLCs.
• Supporting continuous improvement activities and looking for ways to reduce downtime.
• Working closely with the Supervisor and Engineering Manager to prioritise work and keep production running smoothly.

• A recognised qualification or apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Solid experience in a maintenance role within a production or manufacturing setting.
• Comfortable with both reactive and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Electrical bias preferred but not essential.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance reporting.
• A team player with a proactive and hands‑on approach to engineering challenges.

• Salary up to £42,000 based on a 40‑hour week.
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Days-based shift pattern (no nights).
• Great team culture with ongoing investment in training, tools, and equipment.
• Stable and well-established employer with clear progression routes.

If you're a skilled maintenance engineer looking for a fresh challenge in a supportive team, apply now.

For a confidential chat, contact Maintenance Engineering Recruiter Liam Reid today.

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