Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Markfield; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering business is seeking a qualified Maintenance Engineer for its heavy manufacturing site in Leicestershire. The role involves maintaining various types of heavy machinery, offering a competitive salary and a supportive work environment focused on continuous improvement and safety.

Benefits

25+ statutory holiday allowance

Pension match up to 4%

Overtime paid at 1.5x (Monday-Saturday) and 2x (Sunday)

Enhanced sick pay after probation period

Option to buy company stocks and shares

Qualifications

• Time served in an industrial maintenance environment.
• IPAF and FLT certifications preferred but can be provided through training.
• Full Driving License required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running and maintenance of all manufacturing and facility equipment.
• Routine/planned maintenance and repair of on-site equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvements on machines and processes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of engineering drawings

Working knowledge of AC, DC, 3-phase electrical systems

Education

Level 3 Engineering Qualification

Vocational Time Served Qualification

18th edition electrical qualification

Tools

Portable appliance testing

Electrical inspection and testing

Job description

Job Description

Are you an 18th Edition-qualified electrician with experience in heavy industry? We're looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join a global engineering business on a heavy manufacturing site in the Leicestershire area, where your technical skills and practical know-how are valued. This is a Monday to Friday role, with shifts running from 6:00am to 2:30pm Monday to Thursday, and 6:00am to 11:00am on Fridays, offering a great work-life balance.

You'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of equipment—including overhead cranes, millers, borers, and plasma machines—to help keep operations running safely and efficiently. You'll be part of a supportive team in an inclusive environment that values input and encourages continuous improvement.

The role offers a salary of circa £34,200, with opportunities for overtime and additional call-out payments as part of a rota system.

Responsibilities of this Maintenance Engineer role:

1. Ensure the smooth running and maintenance of all manufacturing and facility equipment.
2. Routine / planned maintenance and repair of all on-site equipment.
3. Actively minimise plant and equipment downtime.
4. Contribute to continuous improvements on machines and processes.
5. Create and manage the preventative maintenance program for the repair and modification of machines.
6. Methodically troubleshoot equipment.
7. Liaise on an ongoing basis with Supervisors, Managers, and team members.
8. Be available on a call-out basis to provide maintenance and breakdown cover over a 24-hour period.
9. Ensure compliance with all site Rules, Regulations, Policies & Procedures.
10. Maintain compliance with all Health and Safety Regulations and Standards.

Qualifications needed for this Maintenance Engineer role:

• Level 3 Engineering Qualification or Vocational Time Served Qualification.
• 18th edition electrical qualification.
• Time served in an industrial maintenance environment.
• An understanding of engineering drawings and principles.
• Working knowledge of AC, DC, and 3-phase electrical systems.
• Strong communication skills.
• Portable appliance testing.
• Electrical inspection and testing.
• A Full Driving License.
• IPAF and FLT certifications would be preferable but can be provided through training.

Benefits for you as a Maintenance Engineer:

• Salary circa £34,200 (37-hour week contract).
• Call out paid at a minimum of 3 hours.
• 25+ statutory holiday allowance.
• Pension match up to 4%.
• Overtime paid at 1.5x (Monday-Saturday) and 2x (Sunday).
• Option to buy company stocks and shares.
• Enhanced sick pay after probation period.