Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Antrim; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in County Antrim is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure the reliability of production equipment. Offering a competitive salary of £50,000 and a Monday to Friday shift pattern, this role requires technical expertise and problem-solving abilities. Candidates should have a third-level qualification in Engineering and experience in PLC systems. Join a company committed to innovation and team collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for long-term development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance engineering within an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, with demonstrable experience in fault-finding.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned preventative and reactive maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve faults on PLC-controlled machinery.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Skills

Technical expertise

Problem-solving ability

Teamwork

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Third-level qualification in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Description: We are hiring for our client, a well-established and respected manufacturer supplying premium products across the agricultural, building, and industrial sectors. Due to ongoing investment and growth, they are seeking to appoint a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their experienced team at their County Antrim site. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative and forward-thinking company offering excellent stability and long-term development prospects.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Attractive Salary: £50,000

2. Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday shift rotation (days and evenings)

3. Progressive Employer: Established brand with strong investment in innovation and quality

The Role:

As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation and reliability of production equipment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting planned preventative and reactive maintenance on a range of manufacturing equipment

• Diagnosing and resolving faults on PLC-controlled machinery

• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site

• Working closely with the production team to minimise downtime and optimise performance

• Participating in shift rotations (Monday to Friday - days and evenings)

The Person:

We are looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer who can bring a strong blend of technical expertise and problem-solving ability. The ideal candidate will have:

• A third-level qualification in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering

• Proven experience in maintenance engineering within an industrial or manufacturing setting

• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, with demonstrable experience in fault-finding

• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

The Reward:

• Competitive salary of £50,000

• Monday to Friday shift pattern (no weekends)

• Strong opportunities for long-term development

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

• Work with a business committed to investment and innovation

Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage:

To learn more about this Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer job, please contact Calum Cowie at Hunter Savage on 07458 160121 or email .
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