Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Guided Talent; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in Newbury is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join their team. The role involves conducting both preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across production machinery. The ideal candidate will have electrical fault-finding skills, experience in a manufacturing environment, and be able to work under pressure. A competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per annum is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and development

Secure, long-term position

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, production, or FMCG environment.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong diagnostic skills for electrical and mechanical issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair faults on production machinery.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow health & safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Team-oriented attitude

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering

Tools

Automated production machinery

Drives

Conveyors

Job description

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Newbury, Berkshire

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Hours: Mainly weekdays (day shifts) with occasional evenings and weekends

About the Company

Our client is a well-established, fast-paced manufacturer based in Newbury, Berkshire. Operating within a modern, high-volume production environment, they are dedicated to maintaining high standards of quality, reliability, and efficiency. As the business continues to grow, they are now looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to strengthen their maintenance team and support ongoing production demands.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to work in a busy manufacturing setting. You will be responsible for both preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown repair across a range of automated and fast-moving production machinery. You'll play a vital part in keeping machinery performing at its best, reducing downtime, and ensuring that all maintenance activities are completed safely and efficiently. The role offers a strong mix of both electrical and mechanical engineering, with a slight emphasis on electrical fault-finding and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on production and packaging machinery
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults quickly and effectively
• Supporting continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Working closely with production teams to minimise downtime and enhance performance
• Following strict health & safety and quality procedures at all times
• Participating in an on-call rota for occasional evening and weekend support

Skills and Experience Required

• Time-served or qualified Maintenance Engineer (NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent in Engineering)
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Proven experience within a manufacturing, production, or FMCG environment
• Good knowledge of drives, motors, conveyors, and general automation
• Confident working under pressure in a fast-paced production setting
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, team-oriented attitude

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
• Opportunity to work with modern machinery and a supportive engineering team
• Training and development to enhance your technical skills
• A secure, long-term position within a growing UK manufacturer

How to Apply

If you're a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer or Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking for a rewarding role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this could be the perfect opportunity. Apply now