Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Proactive Global; Kettering; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Pension scheme

Training & development

Modern automated facility

Clear progression opportunities

Secure and growing employer

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer for a state-of-the-art site in Leeds. The role focuses on carrying out PPMs, diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults, and minimizing downtime in a fast-paced FMCG setting.

The position supports continuous improvement with a strong emphasis on reliability and safety. The successful candidate will have an engineering apprenticeship and relevant FMCG experience, with hands-on skills in PLCs, SAP/CMMS systems, and automated

Qualifications

• Completed Engineering Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent.
• Experience in FMCG/food/beverage/packaging/pharma or other fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Experience with automated production equipment and PLC-controlled machinery.
• Knowledge of conveyors, motors, drives, sensors, pumps, and pneumatics.
• Experience using SAP PM, Maximo, Pirana, Shire, CMMS, or similar maintenance systems.
• Able to work effectively within a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to reduce recurring equipment failures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a CMMS system.
• Work closely with production teams to minimise downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

PLC fault-finding

CMMS usage

Team collaboration

24/7 operation readiness

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

HNC or equivalent

Tools

SAP PM

Maximo

Pirana

Shire CMMS

CMMS

Job description

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Location: Leeds
Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 + Benefits
Shift Pattern: 4 On 4 Off (Days & Nights)
Job Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a skilled Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join its high-performing engineering team at a state-of-the-art production facility in Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly automated manufacturing environment, supporting modern production equipment while driving reliability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

The business offers excellent training, long-term career development, and a stable working environment within a growing organisation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults
• Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to reduce recurring equipment failures
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a CMMS system
• Work closely with production teams to minimise downtime
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety procedures

Skills & Experience

• Completed Engineering Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent
• Previous experience within FMCG, food manufacturing, beverage, packaging, pharmaceutical, or other fast-paced manufacturing environments
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
• Experience with automated production equipment and PLC-controlled machinery
• Knowledge of conveyors, motors, drives, sensors, pumps, and pneumatics
• Experience using SAP PM, Maximo, Pirana, Shire, CMMS, or similar maintenance systems
• Able to work effectively within a 24/7 manufacturing operation

What's On Offer?

• Salary of 60,000 - 65,000
• Overtime opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Secure and growing manufacturing business
• Modern automated production facility
• Clear progression opportunities

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.