Maintenance Engineer

Position: Maintenance Engineer (Permanent)
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Salary: £49,000
Type:
Full-time / Permanent

Shift: Monday–Friday, 10pm–6am
LIVERPOOL
One of Europe’s largest food manufacturers is looking for a strong Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Nights) to join a high-performing production site.
If you’re confident fault-finding under pressure, comfortable working mechanical and electrical, and want real stability with strong earning potential — this is a role worth considering.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll play a critical role in keeping production running, delivering both planned and reactive maintenance to maximise plant performance and minimise downtime.

Role Overview
As a key member of the Engineering team, you will take ownership of both PPM and breakdown response across site. This is a true multi-skilled role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, requiring hands-on electrical and mechanical expertise to ensure equipment reliability and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and routine machinery inspections

* Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical breakdowns

* Complete repairs, upgrades, and installations across the factory

* Minimise downtime and support efficient production start-ups

* Maintain accurate maintenance records and update spares inventory

* Support health & safety, hygiene, and lean manufacturing (5S) standards

* Work alongside subcontractors, ensuring permits and procedures are followed

* Provide engineering cover in line with business demands

Your Profile:

* Time-served apprentice with ONC qualification or higher; 17th or 18th Edition qualified

* 50/50 mechanical and electrical skillset

* PLC fault-finding and diagnostic experience

* Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, and steam boilers

* Background in food manufacturing (advantageous)

* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on night shifts
What You Can Expect

* Additional loyalty holidays

* Competitive salary with shift allowance and overtime opportunities

* Opportunity to join a supportive and established engineering team

* Join a market-leading food manufacturer with a strong UK reputation

* Be part of a business focused on innovation, quality, sustainability, and growth