Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is looking for a Mechanically Biased Maintenance Engineer in Milton Keynes. This role involves maintaining state-of-the-art automated machinery and performing both mechanical and electrical tasks. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering and a background in mechanical maintenance. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent holiday benefits, and opportunities for progression in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

8% Employer Pension Contribution

25 Days Annual Leave

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained with NVQ Level 3 (Mechanical) minimum.
• Holds an electrical qualification suitable for panel work.
• Background in mechanical maintenance within manufacturing or industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain conveyors and other automated machinery.
• Perform electrical panel work - wiring, testing, and fault finding.
• Undertake PPM and reactive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanically biased (60/40)

Electrical panel work

PPM and reactive maintenance

Facilities maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 3 (Mechanical)

Electrical qualification

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Engineer (Mechanically Biased) - New State-of-the-Art Site

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 + Overtime (x1.5)
Shift Pattern: Double Days (Week 1: 6am-2pm, Week 2: 2pm-10pm)
Holidays: 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays + Christmas Shutdown
Pension: 8% Employer Contribution
Healthcare: Private Medical Insurance

About the Role

We're seeking a Mechanically Biased Maintenance Engineer to join a growing team at a brand-new, fully automated site. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge machinery in a clean and modern facility.

You'll be responsible for a mix of PPM and reactive maintenance, covering mechanical and some electrical tasks, including panel work (wiring, testing, fault finding). You'll be working solo on site and reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain conveyors and other automated machinery
• Work with sprockets, chains, compressed air, steam, and boilers
• Carry out small facilities maintenance tasks
• Perform electrical panel work - wiring, testing, and fault finding
• Undertake PPM and reactive maintenance tasks
• Minor involvement with chemical systems (training provided)

Ideal Candidate

• Mechanically biased - ideally 60/40 mechanical/electrical split
• Apprentice trained with NVQ Level 3 (Mechanical) minimum
• Holds an electrical qualification suitable for panel work
• 18th Edition is advantageous
• Background in mechanical maintenance within manufacturing or industrial settings

Why Join?

• Be part of a growing company with genuine progression opportunities (potential to step into a senior engineer role in future)
• Full support and training provided, including facilities-specific training
• Competitive package with private healthcare, excellent pension, and holiday benefits
• Enjoy a structured shift with work-life balance and Christmas/New Year shutdown

Interested?

Apply now and be part of something new from the ground up. Interviews are taking place now - don't miss your chance to join a forward-thinking team in a modern, dynamic work environment.