Maintenance Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Billericay; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer for a role in their FMCG production environment. The position offers a salary between £45,000 and £50,000, an excellent benefits package, and a 4 on 4 off days-only shift pattern. Responsibilities include preventive and reactive maintenance on automated equipment, supporting quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives. The company provides real career progression opportunities and a secure, long-term role in a thriving industry.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Investment in training and development

Qualifications

• Experienced Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical, or Multi-Skilled).
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or automated production.
• Strong fault-finding skills and a proactive maintenance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-planned maintenance on automated manufacturing equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and fault-find in a time-critical environment.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Proactive maintenance mindset

Experience in FMCG or manufacturing

Flexibility

Job description

Maintenance Engineer - FMCG Manufacturing

£45,000 - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits | 4 on 4 off (Days Only) | Career Progression | Nationwide Opportunities

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking to join a rapidly growing FMCG manufacturing business where your skills are valued and progression is genuine?

We are working with a well-established and expanding manufacturer seeking skilled Maintenance Engineers to support modern, high-volume production sites across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term role in a business investing heavily in people, equipment, and future growth.

The Role

Working within a fast-paced FMCG environment, you'll be responsible for a balanced mix of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Maintenance, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out pre-planned maintenance on a range of automated manufacturing equipment
• Responding to breakdowns and fault-finding in a time-critical environment
• Supporting continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Working closely with production teams to maintain output and quality standards

This role operates on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (Days Only), offering an excellent work-life balance.

What We're Looking For

• Experienced Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical or Multi-Skilled)
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or automated production environments
• Strong fault-finding skills and a proactive maintenance mindset
• Flexible, reliable, and keen to develop within a growing business

What's On Offer

• £45,000 - £50,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Very competitive benefits package
• 4 on 4 off, days-only shift pattern for improved work-life balance
• Clear career progression opportunities as the company continues to grow
• Investment in training, development, and modern equipment
• Secure, long-term role within a thriving FMCG manufacturer

Interested?

If you're a Maintenance Engineer looking for your next step in FMCG manufacturing — with strong pay, excellent benefits, and real progression — we'd love to speak with you.

Apply now or register your interest today