Maintenance Engineer

Hunter Selection; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing manufacturing company in Northampton is seeking a Maintenance Engineer. This position offers up to £48k, early or late shifts, and benefits including a pension plan, private medical care, and discounts. Candidates should have 5+ years in manufacturing, a Level 2 qualification in engineering, and a proactive mindset. This role supports career development in a friendly environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday + banks

Premium overtime rate

Employee Assistance Program

Pension - Up to 10% matched

Private medical for you and family

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Qualifications

• Extensive engineering experience required in relevant fields.
• Qualifications should be in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Must have a proactive attitude and strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Addressing reactive breakdowns efficiently.
• Collaborating with a team and reporting to Engineering Manager.

Skills

5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing or distribution

Level 2 or higher qualification in an engineering discipline

Strong team player with a proactive mindset

Apprenticeship trained (good to have)

Boiler experience (good to have)

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Northampton

Early or Late shifts available

Up to £48k

25 days holiday + banks

Premium overtime rate

Employee Assistance Program

Pension - Up to 10% matched

Private medical for you and family

Discounts Platform

We're working with a fast‑growing manufacturing company in Northampton that's looking to expand its engineering team. This is a great opportunity for a multi‑skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a business that values its people and supports career development.

You’ll be responsible for planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdowns, working closely with a team of engineers and reporting to the Engineering Manager.

Whether you’re mechanically or electrically biased, if you’re looking for a fresh challenge in a supportive and forward‑thinking environment, this could be the role for you.

What You’ll Need:

• 5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing or distribution
• Level 2 or higher qualification in an engineering discipline (electrical or mechanical)
• Strong team player with a proactive mindset
• Apprenticeship trained (good to have)
• Boiler experience (good to have)

Consultant: Jackson Leonard

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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