Maintenance Engineer

Stirling Warrington; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is searching for a Multi-Skilled Engineer with an electrical bias to join a manufacturing site in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. The role involves planned maintenance, reducing downtime, and improving production reliability. Candidates should have a level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering and a multi-skilled background, ideally in food or FMCG manufacturing. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Comprehensive health benefits

Matched pension contributions

25 days holiday plus options for additional leave

Qualifications

• Strong multi-skilled engineering background, mechanical skills a plus.
• Previous experience in a food or FMCG manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Work with production teams to reduce downtime.
• Perform root cause analysis for improvements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Uphold health & safety and food safety standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Ashby-de-la-Zouch

Shift Pattern: Panama - 12-hour shifts (Days & Nights)

Salary: Up to £52,000 Bonus Benefits

Are you a hands-on engineer with an electrical bias, looking to join a forward-thinking manufacturing site where your ideas matter and your career growth is supported?

We are recruiting for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to play a key role in ensuring the smooth and safe running of production operations at a well-established and high-performing food manufacturing facility based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch

This is your opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team, where you\'ll be encouraged to bring fresh ideas, solve problems, and help drive improvements across the site.

Benefits

• Salary up to £52,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus scheme with a strong track record of payout
• Comprehensive health benefits including Medicash or Private Healthcare options
• Digital GP access, second medical opinion service, and cancer care support
• Matched pension contributions up to 7%
• 25 days holiday plus the option to buy additional leave
• Access to a wide range of discounts, wellbeing tools, and internal rewards platform

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a range of manufacturing and site equipment
• Work closely with production teams to reduce downtime, improve reliability, and maintain product quality
• Perform root cause analysis and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Create and update PPM schedules, maintaining accurate maintenance records
• Ensure high standards in health & safety and food safety are upheld at all times
• Liaise with contractors and oversee safe systems of work

Candidate Requirements

• Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Electrical Engineering
• Strong multi-skilled engineering background (mechanical skills a plus)
• Previous experience in a food or FMCG manufacturing environment
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills and a team-focused mindset

About the Opportunity

You\'ll be joining a successful and growing manufacturing group with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. The site is part of a larger organisation, offering long-term career development and a supportive, team-oriented culture.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you have the core skills and a desire to grow, we want to hear from you.

If you are interested in this role get in touch with Josh Sharkey from Stirling Warrington for this role or any other role in the East Midlands