Maintenance Engineer

SRG; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the FMCG sector is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to enhance their maintenance team. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, focusing on both electrical and mechanical maintenance tasks. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability of production systems through effective troubleshooting and compliance with safety standards. If you're a motivated individual with a strong background in electrical engineering and a passion for problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in electrical and mechanical maintenance in manufacturing.
• Experience in a regulated FMCG or Pharma environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and planned preventative maintenance across the site.
• Diagnose faults on electrical systems and perform mechanical repairs.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

PLC Fault-Finding

Mechanical Repairs

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Tools

Allen Bradley PLCs

Tablet-Based Diagnostic Tools

Job description

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Job Title: Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Location: Manchester, UK

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (4 Days / 4 Nights)

Working Hours: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM & 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Overview:

We are currently seeking a highly capable Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to join our maintenance team in a fast-paced, regulated FMCG manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual with proven expertise in both electrical and mechanical maintenance to contribute to the ongoing reliability and performance of our production systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out both reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across the site.
• Diagnose and fault find on electrical systems, including Allen Bradley PLCs
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, troubleshoot electrical issues under pressure, and maintain high standards of safety and compliance.
• Perform mechanical maintenance tasks such as replacing bearings, stripping down motors, and repairing conveyor systems.
• Work efficiently to reduce downtime and improve production efficiency across all departments.
• Support colleagues by providing holiday cover as needed and be open to overtime opportunities.
• Ensure full compliance with GMP standards and UK electrical regulations (e.g., BS 7671).
• Maintain accurate records of all work completed and ensure clear communication with the wider team.

Requirements:

• Strong background in electrical engineering with a proven track record in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with PLC fault-finding, ideally Allen Bradley
• Confident in performing mechanical repairs and general mechanical maintenance.
• Experience working in a regulated FMCG, Food or Pharma environment.
• UK work experience and knowledge of UK compliance standards is required.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• A team player with excellent communication skills and flexibility to support shift coverage.
• FMCG sector experience will be a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with tablet-based diagnostic tools for Allen Bradley equipment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Chemical Manufacturing

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