Maintenance Engineer Shifts

Artemis Talent Solutions Ltd; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking manufacturing company in Warwickshire is seeking a Shift Maintenance Engineer to ensure the smooth functioning of production. You will perform reactive repairs and planned maintenance in a 24/7 industrial facility. Ideal candidates have engineering qualifications and strong fault-finding skills, with a salary of around GBP47k. Benefits include a company pension scheme and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Contributory company pension scheme

23 days holiday (rising to 25) + 8 public holidays

Cash healthcare plan

Recognition awards (Employee of the Month/Year)

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of planned preventative maintenance practices.
• Ability to read technical drawings (electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, PLCs).

Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve machinery breakdowns safely and efficiently.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance in line with the site schedule.
• Support continuous improvement efforts across the plant.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Problem-solving mindset

Teamwork skills

Education

Recognised engineering qualification (electrical/mechanical)

Job description

Shift Maintenance Engineer

Warwickshire GBP47k+ 12hr shifts 7/7 4on/4off (days & nights)
Electrical Bias Recycling & Manufacturing Hands-on Role

A forward-thinking and award-winning manufacturing business is seeking a Shift Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team at a 24/7 Industrial manufacturing facility in the middle of Warwickshire. You ll play a vital role in keeping production moving through reactive repairs, planned maintenance, and continuous improvement.

The role:

• Respond to and resolve machinery breakdowns safely and efficiently
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with the site schedule
• Diagnose and fix electrical and mechanical faults (roughly 60/40 split)
• Work on a range of equipment including extruders, shredders, washers, and wastewater systems
• Own your jobs from start to finish including accurate reporting and handovers
• Support continuous improvement efforts across the plant
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and contribute to a strong safety culture

Candidate requirements:

• A recognised engineering qualification (electrical/mechanical)
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment
• Strong fault-finding skills across electrical and mechanical systems
• Good understanding of PPM practices
• Ability to read technical drawings (electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, PLCs)
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and a solid team ethic
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable but not essential:

• Time-served apprenticeship
• 18th Edition (NICEIC)
• Experience with inverters, FLT licence, or plastic extrusion equipment
• Familiarity with high automation / 24/7 manufacturing

Candidate benefits:

• c. GBP47k salary
• Contributory company pension scheme
• 23 days holiday (rising to 25) + 8 public holidays
• Cash healthcare plan
• Recognition awards (Employee of the Month/Year)
• Career growth in a sustainable, purpose-driven company

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-impact, sustainability-focused manufacturer that s helping to shape the future of plastics and industrial recycling in the UK.

Apply today to be part of a team that values innovation, reliability, and the people behind the machines.