Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Advanced Engineering; Banbury; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave plus bank/public

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Safe, inclusive working environment

Job summary

Auxo Engineering is recruiting a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias for a leading sustainable packaging manufacturer in Banbury. You will undergo structured training, then work the rotating three-shift pattern (06:00–14:00, 14:00–22:00, 22:00–06:00) to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.

The role requires electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills, PLC knowledge preferred, and a commitment to health and safety, with a competitive salary (£55k rising

Qualifications

• Fully qualified, apprentice-trained Electrical Engineer (Level 3).
• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Multi-skilled engineering background with strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding capabilities.
• Knowledge of PLCs and variable speed drives would be advantageous.
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for your own health and safety, as well as that of colleagues, ensuring all risk assessments, safe working practices and procedures are followed.
• Work closely with Cell Technicians and Cell Leaders to maximise production efficiency and minimise machinery downtime.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to ensure all machinery and equipment operate safely, reliably and efficiently.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults, responding promptly to production breakdowns.
• Complete repairs and maintenance activities to a high standard, ensuring equipment is maintained in optimum condition.
• Source replacement parts and external services where required, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality and timely delivery.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment, complying with all relevant health, safety, hygiene and legislative requirements.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Mechanical fault finding

PLC knowledge

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Fully qualified, apprentice-trained Electrical Engineer (Level 3)

GCSE Maths & English (C/4+)

Tools

PLCs

Job description

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Banbury

Salary: £55,000 per annum Increasing to £60,000 after 3 months

Working Hours: Rotating 3-shift pattern:

06:00 - 14:00

14:00 - 22:00

22:00 - 06:00

Auxo Engineering is recruiting for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to join our client, a leading sustainable packaging manufacturer based in Banbury.

With a strong presence across Europe, our client specialises in the manufacture of high-quality, sustainable corrugated packaging solutions for a diverse range of industries.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established engineering team within a forward-thinking manufacturing business that invests in its people, equipment and ongoing development.

The Role

You will initially undertake a structured training programme, gaining exposure to all areas of the department and working alongside the existing maintenance team. This will give you a thorough understanding of the site's machinery, manufacturing processes and maintenance procedures.

Following your initial training, you will move onto the rotating three-shift pattern, working as part of an experienced engineering team to maximise equipment reliability, minimise downtime and support efficient production.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for your own health and safety, as well as that of colleagues, ensuring all risk assessments, safe working practices and procedures are followed.
• Work closely with Cell Technicians and Cell Leaders to maximise production efficiency and minimise machinery downtime.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to ensure all machinery and equipment operate safely, reliably and efficiently.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults, responding promptly to production breakdowns.
• Complete repairs and maintenance activities to a high standard, ensuring equipment is maintained in optimum condition.
• Source replacement parts and external services where required, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality and timely delivery.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment, complying with all relevant health, safety, hygiene and legislative requirements.

Skills & Experience Required

• Fully qualified, apprentice-trained Electrical Engineer (Level 3).
• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Multi-skilled engineering background with strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding capabilities.
• Good working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Previous electrical maintenance experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of PLCs and variable speed drives would be advantageous.
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a wider engineering team.

What's on Offer?

You will be joining a supportive and highly skilled engineering team, working with modern manufacturing equipment within a business that recognises the importance of investing in its people.

• Competitive salary of £55,000 per annum Increasing to £60,000.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Safe, friendly and inclusive working environment.