Maintenance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Castle Cary; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer located in Castle Cary is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their Engineering team. The role offers a competitive salary between £44,000 and £50,000 with a variety of benefits including 36 days of holiday, life assurance, and professional development opportunities. Strong engineering qualifications and experience in relevant environments are essential. This position uses a Panama shift pattern, ensuring every other weekend off.

Benefits

36 days holiday

Birthday leave

Life assurance x2 salary

10% pension scheme

High street discounts

Annual bonus scheme

Discounted gym membership

Electric charging points

Career progression & development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned maintenance inspections and review parts used.
• Recommend improvements aligned with projects and maintenance schedules.
• Monitor plant conditions, report defects, and repair machinery.
• Generate and maintain compliance with SOPs and risk assessments.

Skills

Formal Engineering Qualification

Knowledge of continuous improvement processes

Strong understanding of good engineering standards

Experience in food, packaging, beverage, or manufacturing environments

Education

C&G Level 3, NVQ Level 3, or Apprenticeship

Job description

Maintenance Engineer - Castle Cary, Somerset

£44,000 - £50,000
Panama shift pattern (Every other weekend off), 36 days holiday, increasing holiday, additional leave for birthday, life assurance x2 salary, 10% pension scheme, high street discounts, annual bonus scheme, discounted gym membership, electric charging points, career progression & development opportunities.

About the Role

Our client is a leading manufacturer committed to producing high-quality products. With a strong order book and over £9 million invested in the factory and expansion into various export markets, they are seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their Engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned maintenance inspections and review parts used.
• Recommend improvements aligned with projects and maintenance schedules, and perform safety checks on equipment.
• Monitor plant conditions, report defects, and repair machinery.
• Generate and maintain compliance with SOPs and risk assessments.
• Report on plant performance, ensuring action on non-conformance issues.
• Work on boilers, steam boilers, ammonia equipment, valves, and pumps.
• Support production and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications & Skills

• Formal Engineering Qualification - C&G Level 3, NVQ Level 3, or Apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes.
• Strong understanding of good engineering standards.
• Experience in food, packaging, beverage, or manufacturing environments.

Benefits

• Salary: £44,000 - £50,000
• Shift Pattern: Panama days & nights (every other weekend off)
• Additional benefits: 36 days holiday, increasing holiday entitlement, birthday leave, life assurance (x2 salary), 10% pension scheme, high street discounts, annual bonus, discounted gym membership, electric vehicle charging points, and career development opportunities.

If you're interested in this role or similar opportunities, please contact our Managing Consultant, Emma Hardman. To apply, click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices across the UK, specializing in permanent and contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology, and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note: Due to high application volumes, we can only respond to candidates whose skills and qualifications match the role. We are committed to equality and diversity in our recruitment processes.