Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Jenrick Engineering; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK horticultural group is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer at their Alconbury site. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing machinery while conducting safety checks and regular maintenance. The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic skills, relevant electrical qualifications, and hands-on experience in maintenance. The position offers flexible working hours, health insurance, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

WPA Health Insurance

Perkbox membership

Flexible working hours

Additional holiday days after three years

Regular training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Basic electrical qualifications including City and Guilds level 3 and 18th edition.
• Hands-on experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair machinery across electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise breakdown response and keep communication lines open.
• Conduct regular PPMs and safety checks.
• Support with basic PLC fault-finding and facility maintenance.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Attention to detail

Hands-on experience in electrical maintenance

Hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance

Education

City and Guilds Level 3

18th Edition Electrical Qualification

Job description

Overview

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer Opportunity - UK Manufacturer (Alconbury Site)

Join one of the UK's top horticultural groups, a market leader in gardening products for both amateur and professional gardeners. This bus iness boasts over 750 employees. We are recruiting a Maintenance Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team supporting a high-volume production environment focused on fertilisers and chemicals.

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.

Notes

The working environment can be dusty (within legal safety limits), which may affect asthma sufferers. Worst during peak periods.

Peak season runs from November to May, during which long holidays cannot overlap. Some flexibility will be required to meet the needs of a seasonal business.