Maintenance Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader in the FMCG sector is seeking a skilled maintenance engineer for a dynamic role. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment while being part of a family-owned company that prioritizes employee development. Expect a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, along with hands-on training and career progression. If you're passionate about tackling both electrical and mechanical challenges in a fast-paced production setting, this role is designed for you. Join a team that truly invests in its people and take the next step in your career.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance is essential.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and fixing electrical faults with modern equipment.
• Conducting mechanical maintenance and repairs efficiently.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Mechanical Maintenance

Problem-Solving

Preventative Maintenance

PLC Fault Finding

Education

Level 3 qualification in engineering

Job description

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Maintenance Engineer – Panama Days (2's and 3's)

A Role That Works for You

Are you a skilled maintenance engineer looking for a role that offers challenge, variety, and career growth? This is your opportunity to join a long-established and industry-leading FMCG manufacturer, supplying well-known brands across the UK. Despite their national presence, this company remains family-owned, ensuring a supportive and people-focused work environment.

Investing in employee development is a priority here—expect hands-on training, career progression, and a workplace that values your contributions.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role as a maintenance engineer, you’ll be working on a variety of modern equipment, tackling both electrical and mechanical challenges. Your day-to-day will include:

1. Diagnosing and fixing electrical faults – working with sensors, motors, relays, and e-stops.
2. Mechanical maintenance and repairs – handling belts, bearings, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
3. Preventative maintenance – ensuring production keeps running smoothly.
4. Basic PLC fault finding – identifying and resolving issues efficiently.
5. Reacting to breakdowns – problem-solving under pressure to minimize downtime.

What We’re Looking For

To succeed as a maintenance engineer in this role, you should have:

1. A Level 3 qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, BTEC, HNC, or HND) in engineering.
2. Experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance.
3. The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
4. A proactive approach to problem-solving.
5. Happy to work Panama Days.

Why This Role?

This isn’t just another maintenance engineer position—it’s an opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment, develop your skills, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. Whether you’re looking to refine your expertise or take your career further, this role has plenty to offer.