Maintenance Engineer (Dual Skilled)

VANRATH; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer is seeking a Dual Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Antrim. The role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 with additional opportunities for overtime and shift allowance. As a key member of the maintenance team, you will ensure effective machinery operation through planned and reactive maintenance. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical and electrical skills and experience in a manufacturing environment. This full-time position provides excellent career progression and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Overtime opportunities

Shift allowance

Excellent career progression

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Time-served experience in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Proven experience in manufacturing or production environments.
• Ability to support wider site operations when required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver both reactive and planned maintenance across systems.
• Diagnose and repair breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability.

Skills

Mechanical engineering skills

Electrical engineering skills

Electrical fault finding

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Tools

PLCs and automated equipment

Job description

Maintenance Engineer (Dual Skilled)
Location: Antrim
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Overtime Opportunities + Shift Allowance
Hours: Day Shift | Full-Time, Permanent

A leading manufacturer in Antrim is seeking a Dual Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their experienced engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a modern, high-performing production environment, supporting both planned and reactive maintenance activities across a range of equipment and systems.

Offering a day shift pattern, this role provides an attractive work-life balance, along with overtime opportunities and a shift allowance for flexibility when required.

The Role

As a key member of the maintenance team, you will ensure machinery and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. You'll carry out fault diagnosis, perform routine servicing, and contribute to continuous improvement activities across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver both reactive and planned maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime.
• Carry out preventative maintenance schedules and maintain accurate service records.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment or upgrades.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure equipment performance meets operational targets.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with Health & Safety standards and company procedures.

About You

• Time-served, with strong mechanical and electrical engineering skills.
• Proven experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Confident in electrical fault finding, motor controls, sensors, and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of PLCs and automated equipment (advantageous).
• Excellent problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the flexibility to support wider site operations when required.

What's on Offer

• £40,000 - £45,000 annual salary (depending on experience)
• Day shift role with work-life balance
• Overtime opportunities and shift allowance available
• Excellent career progression and ongoing training
• Supportive team environment within a leading manufacturing facility

For more information or to apply, please reach out to at VANRATH.