Maintenance Engineer

The Hire Place LLP; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Back shift (2pm–10pm)

No weekends

Stable environment

Job summary

The Hire Place LLP is seeking a practical Multi-skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join a well-established manufacturing business operating in a fast-paced production environment. This permanent back shift role focuses on keeping production machinery running efficiently and reducing downtime.

You will perform planned and reactive maintenance on conveyors, gearboxes and motors, with basic electrical fault-finding.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical maintenance background within manufacturing or production.
• Basic electrical fault-finding ability.
• Willingness to work back shifts and adapt to site procedures.
• Competent and safe when working with electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on production machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults efficiently.
• Support breakdown response to minimise downtime.
• Work on conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, motors and general plant machinery.
• Assist with basic electrical fault finding where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability projects.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical fault-finding

Multiskilled

Safety around electrical systems

Tools

Multimeter

Job description

We’re looking for a practical, hands-on Multi-skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join a well-established manufacturing business operating in a fast-paced production environment.

This is a permanent back shift role, offering a consistent routine without nights or weekends – ideal for someone who prefers later starts and a structured working pattern.

The role is mechanically biased, focusing on keeping production machinery running efficiently, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on production machinery
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults efficiently
• Support breakdown response to minimise downtime
• Work on a variety of equipment including conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, motors, and general plant machinery
• Assist with basic electrical fault finding where required
• Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability projects
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Strong mechanical maintenance background within manufacturing or production
• Multi-skilled mindset with basic electrical fault-finding ability
• Confident using a multi-meter and working safely around electrical systems
• Able to identify key electrical components (contactors, relays, inverters, etc.)
• A practical, common-sense approach to maintenance
• Someone reliable, steady, and happy working in a hands-on role

You do NOT need to be electrically qualified, but you must be competent and safe when working with and around electrical systems.

What’s On Offer

• £46,000 salary
• Monday to Friday permanent back shift (2pm – 10pm)
• No weekends or night shifts
• Stable and supportive working environment