Maintenance Engineer / Shift Engineer in Leicester

Energy Jobline CVL; Leicester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy job board is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer for a permanent position in Leicester. The role involves preventative and reactive maintenance on varying automated machinery, requiring a strong electrical and mechanical engineering background. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience and relevant qualifications. This position offers a 4 on 4 off shift pattern and emphasizes training and development.

Benefits

Training and technical development

Work/life balance with 4 on 4 off shifts

Opportunity to work on varied machinery

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Qualified through an Apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical control systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on automated production machinery.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

Fault-finding and Diagnostics

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

CMMS Systems

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 NVQ / BTEC / HNC / HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer – Leicester (4 on 4 off, Days & Nights)

Salary: £37,000-£40,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: 4 on, 4 off (rotating days and nights)

Location: Leicester

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join a leading industrial manufacturer based in Leicester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer with both electrical and mechanical experience to join a well-established engineering team within a busy, process-driven production environment. The business operates advanced automated machinery and offers genuine long-term stability, ongoing training, and opportunities for career development. If you’re a hands-on Engineer looking for a site that values continuous improvement and invests in its people, this role will suit you perfectly.

The Role

• Carry out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a variety of automated production machinery and industrial equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, completing repairs quickly and safely to minimise downtime.
• Support the site’s continuous improvement projects, working closely with other Maintenance Engineers and management to enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records using the site’s CMMS system.
• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety policies and safe systems of work.
• Communicate effectively with Production and Engineering teams, ensuring smooth handovers between shifts.
• Take part in small engineering projects, upgrades, and process improvements across the plant.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing, engineering, or process environment.
• Qualified to Level 3 NVQ / BTEC / HNC / HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Apprenticeship-trained).
• Proven multiskilled maintenance background with strong knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical control systems.
• Confident in fault-finding, diagnostics, and interpreting engineering drawings and schematics.
• Competent using CMMS systems and general IT tools (e.g. MS Office).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive and methodical approach to maintenance.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in FMCG, industrial services, textiles, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of steam systems, BG01/BOAS accreditation, or chemical water treatment.
• Familiarity with heat recovery systems, Legionella control (ACOP L8), and PTW/contractor control.
• Electrical qualifications such as BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations or C&G 2391-52 Inspection & Testing.
• Basic fabrication and welding skills.
• Experience supporting Lean / Six Sigma projects or small CapEx upgrades.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification advantageous.

Why Apply?

• Stable, growing company with excellent facilities.
• 4 on 4 off rotating days and nights pattern offering work/life balance.
• Strong emphasis on training and technical development.
• Opportunity to work on varied machinery and improvement projects.

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