Maintenance Engineer (947)

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Coalville; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a motivated Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Coalville. This role involves planned and reactive maintenance on automated equipment, troubleshooting faults, and supporting preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification and experience in manufacturing maintenance. There is an opportunity to progress to a Shift Leader position, taking on additional leadership responsibilities.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary

Benefits included

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in an electrical or mechanical discipline.
• Experience in maintenance within a manufacturing or automated environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical faults.
• Support preventive maintenance schedules.

Skills

Electrical systems understanding

Mechanical systems understanding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Health and safety awareness

Proactive attitude

Education

Level 3 qualification in electrical or mechanical discipline

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer
Location: Coalville
Shift Pattern: Panama Shift Pattern (Days and Nights)
Salary: Up to £52,000 + Benefits

Our client, a global leader in automation solutions, is seeking a motivated Maintenance Engineer to join their team at a major customer site in Coalville. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a highly automated, cutting-edge facility—with a clear path to progress into a Shift Leader role.

Key Responsibilities:
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on a range of automated equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical faults and carry out corrective actions
• Support the planning and execution of preventive maintenance schedules
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using the CMMS system
• Assist in managing shift handovers and contribute to shift reports
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organised working environment
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Career Progression:
If you demonstrate technical expertise, leadership qualities, and initiative, there will be an opportunity to step into a Shift Leader position—taking on team coordination, mentoring responsibilities, and acting as the key contact during shifts.

What We’re Looking For:
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in an electrical or mechanical discipline
• Solid experience in maintenance within a manufacturing or automated environment
• Good understanding of both electrical and mechanical systems
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Health and safety awareness
• A proactive attitude and the desire to grow into a leadership role

About Us:
Wills Consultants is an independent recruitment consultancy specialising in engineering, finance and office professionals. Wills Consultants has an extensive client base that ranges from the thriving SME sector through to national and international PLCs.