Maintenance Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern manufacturing company in Nantwich is seeking a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer for a long-term role. The successful candidate will ensure machine reliability through both reactive and proactive maintenance, working with a diverse team. Offering a salary of £48,000-£52,000, this position requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, with a focus on safety and effective communication. Additional benefits include free onsite parking, Wi-Fi, and 22.5 days holiday. The shift pattern is 4 on 4 off covering both days and nights.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Free Wi-Fi

Fresh produce

22.5 days holiday

Qualifications

• Must have a strong electrical bias with mechanical capabilities.
• Safety-driven approach required.
• Experience in factory maintenance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of all site machinery.
• Carry out electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Support the development of new PPM schedules.
• Participate in engineering and non-engineering projects.

Skills

Strong electrical bias

Effective communication

Fault finding

Diagnostics

Problem solving

Tools

Control systems

Conveyors

Automated packaging lines

Job description

Maintenance Engineer – Days & Nights (4 on 4 off)

£48,000- £52,000

Are you a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a long-term role within a stable, growing business? This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, well-equipped manufacturing site operating cutting-edge automation and packaging machinery.

We are seeking a proactive, safety-focused engineer who enjoys a varied workload, thrives under pressure, and can work both independently and as part of a strong team.

The Role

You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of all site machinery, carrying out a mix of reactive maintenance and long-term improvement work. Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out electrical and mechanical maintenance across a range of production and packaging equipment
• Responding to breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime
• Supporting the introduction and development of a new PPM schedule
• Ensuring safe isolation of equipment in line with legislation and best practice
• Working closely with the Engineering Manager to prioritise tasks
• Participating in engineering and non-engineering projects to support site development
• Providing continuous improvement support to help optimise plant performance

Key Competencies

• Strong electrical bias with mechanical capability
• Safety-driven approach to all engineering activities
• Effective communicator able to work well with a diverse team
• Skilled in fault finding, diagnostics, and problem solving
• Able to manage a busy workload and make sound technical decisions under pressure

Equipment & Systems Exposure

You’ll work on a range of machinery and components including:

• Motors, sensors, relays
• Bearings, belts, chains, pumps
• Flow wrappers, case packers, graders
• Robots and automated packaging lines
• Control systems, conveyors, and MAF Roda machinery

Shift Pattern

Days & Nights

• Week 1: 4 on 4 off (6am – 6pm)
• Week 2: 4 on 4 off (6pm – 6am)

Average 42 hours per week

Salary & Benefits

• £48,000 - £52,000 annual salary
• Free onsite parking
• Free Wi-Fi
• Additional site perks including fresh produce
• 22.5 days holiday (including bank holidays)

What We’re Looking For

A motivated, hands-on engineer who wants to join a long-term family-style environment and contribute to an exciting period of growth. Must be comfortable working alongside a diverse engineering team and have strong factory maintenance experience.