Maintenance Engineer

Henderson Brown; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Brown in Peterborough, England, is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to support a fast-moving consumer goods site. The role combines electrical and mechanical maintenance with CI efforts to minimise downtime and maximise equipment performance.

The successful candidate will have formal electrical or mechanical qualifications (NVQ/C&G), experience with CMMS/EAM, and a track record in improving reliability and plant availability. Shift pattern includes days and nights, 42 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds).
• Experience using CMMS or EAM systems.
• Proven track record of contributing to continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair manufacturing equipment used in FMCG production.
• Perform both PPM and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across operations.
• Conduct fault finding on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Work with SCADA systems and basic PLC knowledge.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

SCADA

PLC basics

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

Tools

CMMS

EAM systems

Job description

Maintenance Engineer (3610776) Peterborough, England

Salary: GBP54000 - GBP55000 per annum

We are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of an FMCG manufacturer for a skilled Maintenance Engineer. This role involves providing both electrical and mechanical support across the site, combining hands-on maintenance with continuous improvement initiatives to minimise downtime and optimise performance. The ideal candidate would be either mechanically biased or multi-skilled.

Maintenance Engineer
Salary:Up to £55000
Location:Peterborough
Shift Pattern:42 Hours Per Week, Days and Nights

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair a wide range of manufacturing equipment used in FMCG production
• Perform both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance, with a strong focus on minimising downtime
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across operations
• Conduct fault finding on both electrical and mechanical systems
• Work with SCADA systems (or similar) and demonstrate basic PLC knowledge

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Engineering Technician, Maintenance Technician, or Electrical Maintenance Engineer)
• Formal qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds), supported by relevant training and experience
• Experience using CMMS or EAM systems
• Proven track record of contributing to continuous improvement activities