Maintenance Engineer - Peterborough

ZipRecruiter; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer based in Peterborough is looking for a Shift Engineer to manage PPMs, breakdowns, and project work on process machinery. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role and a Level 2 or higher in an engineering discipline. The company supports skill development and internal growth. Offering a salary of up to £47,500 per annum, plus benefits including holidays, healthcare cashback, and discounts.

Benefits

23 shifts holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Healthcare Cashback Plan

Discounts Platform

Qualifications

• At least 4 years in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Experience in FMCG environment is preferred.
• Experience in a lead role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work on PPMs, breakdowns, and project work on process machinery onsite.
• Report to the engineering manager, supervisor, or shift leads.
• Engage in teamwork and adapt to independent work when needed.

Skills

Experience in a hygiene-regulated manufacturing environment

Positive attitude towards teamwork and independent work

Multi-skilled (mechanical or electrical bias)

Education

Level 2 or higher in an engineering discipline

Electrical qualifications

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Job description

Job Title: Shift Engineer

Location: Peterborough

Shift Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off, average 38.5 hours per week

Salary: Up to £47,500 per annum

Benefits: 23 shifts holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Healthcare Cashback Plan, Discounts Platform

We are working with a market-leading FMCG manufacturer in Peterborough that is looking to hire additional engineers due to team promotions and site expansion. The main responsibilities include working on PPMs, breakdowns, and project work on process machinery onsite. You will be part of a team reporting to the engineering manager, supervisor, or shift leads.

The company encourages candidates who aspire to develop their skills, qualifications, or leadership abilities, with internal support for growth. If you have experience in a FMCG environment, are multi-skilled (mechanical or electrical bias), and seek a new challenge with a company investing in your future, please apply!

Minimum requirements:

• Experience in a hygiene-regulated manufacturing environment
• At least 4 years in a manufacturing engineering role
• Level 2 or higher in an engineering discipline
• A positive attitude towards teamwork and independent work when required

Preferred qualifications:

• Electrical qualifications
• MIG and/or TIG welding experience
• Experience in a lead role

To apply, please click 'apply'. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy specializing in engineering, manufacturing, IT, science, technology, and sales roles across the UK. Due to high application volume, only suitable candidates will be contacted.

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Job Tenure: Permanent

Salary: £45,000 - £47,500 per annum plus pension, holiday, EAP, and discounts

Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire