Maintenance Engineer

Manpower; North East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a skilled Maintenance Engineer for a 3-day, 12-hour shift role. The successful candidate will focus on preventive maintenance and asset care, performing electrical and mechanical repairs within a small team. A competitive package, including pension, health plan, and training opportunities, will be offered.

Benefits

Generous pension

Holiday and bonus scheme

Access to a health plan

Subsidized canteen

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates should be skilled in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Experience in preventive maintenance and asset care.
• Ability to perform electrical and mechanical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance and fault finding of machinery.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs on site.
• Work within a small team during 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Fault finding

Preventive maintenance

Continuous improvement

Education

Apprenticeship training or equivalent experience

Job description

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Maintenance Engineer, Newcastle upon Tyne

Client:

Manpower

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

109b93772214

Job Views:

4

Posted:

25.08.2025

Expiry Date:

09.10.2025

Job Description:

Are you a Maintenance Engineer looking for a 3-day, 12-hour shift role in Newcastle? We have an excellent opportunity with our client, a heavy engineering and FMCG manufacturer.

This role focuses on preventive maintenance and asset care, including fault finding, testing, and continuous improvement of machinery and equipment to optimize line production. You will be responsible for electrical and/or mechanical repairs on site, working within a small team. The shifts involve 12-hour day shifts over the weekend and 12-hour shifts during the week of your choice. Candidates should be skilled in electrical or mechanical engineering, preferably with apprenticeship training or equivalent experience.

In return, you will receive a competitive package, including a generous pension, holiday, and bonus scheme. Additional benefits include access to a health plan, subsidized canteen, and more. The company also offers training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential and future ambitions.