Maintenance Engineer

CooperCompanies; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to support its Packaging sites. This role involves maintaining equipment, ensuring efficient repairs, and responding to breakdowns. You will work in a dynamic environment, diagnosing issues and coordinating with other engineers or contractors. The company offers a competitive salary, shift allowance, and professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about engineering and want to make a difference, this position is an excellent opportunity for you.

Benefits

Healthcare

Pension

Life Assurance

Wellness Platform

Contact Lens Discount

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship in mechanical, electrical, or electronic engineering.
• Experience in regulated or FMCG/High-Speed Packaging industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to assistance requests and diagnose issues efficiently.
• Train operators in routine maintenance tasks for safety and efficiency.

Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Diagnostics

Safety Compliance

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship

Maths GCSE A-C

English GCSE A-C

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Maintenance Engineer

Department: Packaging

Location: On Site - Mount Park - Eastleigh (SO18 2FA)

Working hours: 7am - 7pm (Blue Shift), 4 days on 4 days off

About CooperVision

CooperVision is one of the world's leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. We aim to improve the way people see each day, providing lens wearers with freedom and confidence. We are committed to bright futures—for our people and those who wear our lenses.

Job summary - What to expect:

As a Maintenance Engineer in our Engineering and Maintenance department, you will support our Packaging sites by maintaining equipment and ensuring efficient repairs and breakdown responses.

Key responsibilities:

• Respond to assistance requests, diagnose issues, and implement solutions, prioritizing based on workload and process priorities.
• Record all process changes and repairs using established methods.
• Coordinate with other engineers or external contractors for investigations or resolutions.
• Identify and order suitable replacement parts from suppliers, ensuring specifications and availability.
• Log daily maintenance activities in the CVM system, perform planned maintenance, and confirm equipment functioning.
• Train operators in routine maintenance tasks for safety and efficiency.
• Monitor production to ensure safety guards and interlocks are operational.
• Provide engineering support during project design, equipment build, testing, and commissioning.
• Identify and report safety or safety-related issues promptly to protect staff and product safety.

Position requirements:

• Wear protective clothing such as facemasks and gloves as necessary.
• Handle materials under COSHH guidelines.
• Climb ladders and work in enclosed spaces within OSR.
• Kneel and bend to perform maintenance tasks.

Hazardous working conditions:

• Hydraulic control systems involving mechanical energies.
• Electrical testing up to lethal voltages with PPE.
• Handling COSHH-regulated materials.

Experience & Education:

• Engineering apprenticeship in mechanical, electrical, or electronic engineering.
• Experience in service or precision engineering, such as toolmaking or instrument engineering.
• Experience in regulated or FMCG/High-Speed Packaging industries preferred.
• Maths/English GCSE A-C grade.

What we offer:

Competitive salary, shift allowance, pension, healthcare, life assurance, wellness platform, contact lens discount, and professional development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning.

Additional information:

We value diversity and inclusion. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply. Referral scheme available. For more opportunities, visit our careers page at our careers site.

About Us

CooperVision is dedicated to improving lives through innovative contact lens solutions, supported by a committed, diverse, and employee-centric culture.