Multi skilled Maintenance engineer

Jenrick Engineering; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading horticultural manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join their dynamic team. With a starting salary of £45k, you'll oversee breakdowns and maintenance of machinery in a high-volume production environment. Ideal candidates will have strong electrical and mechanical skills along with relevant certifications. Enjoy a range of benefits including health insurance and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Perkbox membership

Flexible working hours

Additional holiday days

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• A safety-first mindset and attention to detail.
• Strong diagnostic skills with a methodical approach to fault-finding.
• Basic electrical qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise breakdown response and keep communication lines open.
• Conduct regular PPMs and monthly safety checks.
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery across electrical and mechanical systems.
• Support with basic PLC fault-finding, fabrication, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Hands-on experience in electrical maintenance

Hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance

Attention to detail

Education

City and Guilds level 3 certification

18th edition electrical qualification

Job description

Overview

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer Opportunity - Leading UK Horticultural Manufacturer

Shifts: Monday to Friday days NO WEEKEND WORK

Salary starting at £45k

Responsibilities

• Prioritise breakdown response and keep communication lines open (walkie-talkie provided).
• Conduct regular PPMs and monthly safety checks (e.g. emergency lighting, LEV systems).
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery across electrical and mechanical systems (motors, gearboxes, bearings, etc.).
• Support with basic PLC fault-finding, fabrication, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Maintain on-site facilities including lighting, plumbing, compressors, and waste systems.
• Assist with production setups when needed, especially during peak periods.

Candidate Profile

• A safety-first mindset and attention to detail.
• Strong diagnostic skills with a methodical approach to fault-finding.
• Basic electrical qualifications, City and Guilds level 3 and 18th edition.
• Hands-on experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to remain productive during downtime by supporting project work and site upkeep.

Benefits & Perks

• WPA Health Insurance with access to app-based services.
• Perkbox membership for savings and discounts.
• Flexible working hours with mutual give-and-take.
• Additional holiday days awarded after three years of service (up to three extra days).
• Regular training and development opportunities with career progression potential.
• Core weekday hours with only occasional late shifts and rare weekend work.

Please Note

• The working environment can be dusty (within legal safety limits), which may affect asthma sufferers.
• Peak season runs from December to May, during which long holidays cannot overlap.
• Some flexibility will be required to meet the needs of a seasonal business.

Join one of the UK's top horticultural groups, a market leader in gardening products for both amateur and professional gardeners. This business boasts over 750 employees.

We're currently recruiting a Maintenance Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team supporting a high-volume production environment focused on fertilisers and chemicals.