Maintenance Engineer – 24/7 Shift, Improve Plant Reliability

De La Rue; Westhoughton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal equipment maintenance and operate within a 24-7 shift pattern. The ideal candidate will hold an HNC/HND in Engineering or Electronics and have experience with maintenance management systems. Responsibilities include diagnosing equipment failures, undertaking repairs, and collaborating with the manufacturing team. A strong understanding of engineering processes and good communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Engineering or Electronics or equivalent qualifications.
• Craft apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Experience working with computerised maintenance management systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all plant equipment is maintained to maximise productivity and quality.
• Diagnose mechanical or electrical failures through root cause analysis.
• Undertake repairs and maintain production plant and equipment.

Skills

HNC/HND in Engineering or Electronics

Craft apprenticeship or equivalent

Sound understanding of field demonstrated through previous work experience

FLT Licence

Experience with computerised maintenance management systems

Knowledge of Asset Care programmes

Experience with pneumatics & hydraulics

Motivated and enthusiastic in driving continuous improvements

Good communication skills

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering or Electronics

Job description

A leading UK manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal equipment maintenance and operate within a 24-7 shift pattern. The ideal candidate will hold an HNC/HND in Engineering or Electronics and have experience with maintenance management systems. Responsibilities include diagnosing equipment failures, undertaking repairs, and collaborating with the manufacturing team. A strong understanding of engineering processes and good communication skills are essential.