Maintenance Engineer

Jonathan Lee Group; Spalding; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Jonathan Lee Group is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join the nights team. The role offers a clear pathway to progression and working across a variety of equipment to learn and develop skills.

The shift is 4 on 4 off nights, with a salary between £43,000 and £49,000 plus benefits depending on experience and qualifications. You will perform planned preventative maintenance, respond to breakdowns, identify improvements, complete compliance paperwork, coordinate external contractors, and keep a

Qualifications

• Mechanical and electrical engineering experience is required.
• A relevant engineering qualification is preferred; training and funded qualifications may be available.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as with a wider on-site team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and taking ownership of resolutions.
• Good organisational skills for tasks, paperwork, parts and handovers.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance across the site to minimise downtime.
• Respond to breakdowns quickly and effectively to keep production running.
• Identify improvements for machine performance and implement practical solutions.
• Complete engineering paperwork accurately for compliance and audits.
• Coordinate and supervise external contractors on site per policies.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and detailed records of tasks.

Skills

Mechanical & electrical

Initiative & teamwork

Problem solving

Organisation

Education

Engineering qualification preferred

Job description

A developing food manufacturer are seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their nights team. Step into a rewarding opportunity with the Maintenance Engineer role and enjoy a clear pathway to long-term progression. Working on a variety of equipment this roles gives you a opportunity to learn new skills and develop personally.

Shift Pattern 4 on 4 off Nights

Salary £43,000 to £49,000 plus Benefits ( Dependent on experience & qualifications)

What You Will Do:

• Perform planned preventative maintenance across the site to minimise downtime and keep operations running smoothly.
• Respond to breakdowns quickly and effectively, reducing the impact on production.
• Identify improvement opportunities for machine performance and recommend practical solutions.
• Complete engineering paperwork accurately to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Coordinate and supervise external contractors onsite, ensuring policies and procedures are followed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and keep detailed records of engineering tasks.

What You Will Bring:

• Mechanical and electrical engineering experience, with a qualification desirable (training and funded qualifications available for the right candidate).
• Confidence working on own initiative as well as collaboratively with a wider team of site Technicians and Line Leaders.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify root causes and take ownership of resolutions.
• Good organisational skills to manage tasks, paperwork, parts restocking, and shift handovers effectively.
• Clear communication skills to work with engineering leadership, suppliers, and stakeholders across the business.

This Maintenance Engineer role supports this company's focus on reliable, high-standard production in the food manufacturing environment. By delivering responsive maintenance, improving machine uptime, and maintaining accurate records, you help reinforce a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Location:

This Maintenance Engineer role is based at the company's site in the UK, operating on a shift pattern of 4 on 4 off nights from 18:00 to 06:00.