Maintenance Engineer

Stirling Warrington; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well established manufacturer in Leicester is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team. This role includes carrying out mechanical and electrical maintenance on production machinery, diagnosing faults, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess strong fault finding skills and relevant engineering qualifications. The company offers a supportive culture and benefits including private healthcare, pension, and 22 days holiday.

Benefits

Private medical healthcare scheme

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

22 days holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in carrying out mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Proactive attitude with strong problem solving skills.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance on production machinery.
• Diagnose faults and perform reactive maintenance quickly.
• Conduct routine servicing and preventative maintenance activities.
• Support continuous improvement and site development projects.

Skills

Mechanical fault finding skills

Electrical fault finding skills

Problem solving abilities

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC, Degree)

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Leicester

Salary: £49,500

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off days/nights

A well established manufacturer based in Leicester is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team. This is a great opportunity to work within a fast paced production environment that values reliability, continuous improvement, and teamwork. The business offers excellent long term career prospects and a supportive working culture.

Benefits:

• Private medical healthcare scheme
• Pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• 22 days holiday

About the Role:

As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll play a key role in keeping our production lines running smoothly. You'll be responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance, working closely with production teams to ensure minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance on production machinery.
• Diagnose faults and perform reactive maintenance quickly and effectively.
• Conduct routine servicing and preventative maintenance activities.
• Support continuous improvement and site development projects.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with company procedures.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong mechanical and electrical fault finding skills.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC, Degree)
• A proactive attitude and strong problem solving abilities.
• Experience in the food manufacturing industry is a bonus.

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