Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Argon Engineering Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to join their team near Kirkham. The role involves performing maintenance on production and packaging equipment while fostering a clean and efficient working environment. The position offers a competitive salary of £47,000 along with overtime opportunities and prospects for training and internal progression.

Benefits

Plenty of overtime opportunities

Secure and well-invested site with modern equipment

Opportunities for training and internal progression

Qualifications

• Electrically biased, multi-skilled engineer with experience in FMCG.
• Time-served apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification required.
• Good working knowledge of electrical systems, drives, and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on FMCG production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Skills

Fault-finding

Root Cause Analysis

Electrical Systems

PLC

Automation

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Multi-Skilled Engineering

Job description

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)
Location:Kirkham
Industry: FMCG Manufacturing
Shifts: Monday to Friday – Rotating Days and Afternoons
Salary: £47,000 + Overtime + Benefits

Are you a Multi-Skilled Engineer with an electrical bias looking for a stable role in a clean and fast-paced manufacturing environment?
Our client, a leading FMCG manufacturer based near Kirkham, is looking to add an experienced engineer to their team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business that offers a professional, supportive environment and long-term career prospects.

The Role:

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of FMCG production and packaging equipment

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults to reduce downtime and improve efficiency

• Work in a clean, regulated environment in line with health, safety, and hygiene standards

• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives across the site

• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to maintain performance targets

What We’re Looking For:

• Electrically biased, multi-skilled engineer

• Previous experience in FMCG, food, or clean manufacturing environments

• Time-served apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Multi-Skilled Engineering

• Good working knowledge of electrical systems, drives, PLCs, and automation equipment

• Strong fault-finding and root cause analysis skills

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive salary of £47,000

• Monday to Friday working pattern – rotating days and afternoons

• Plenty of overtime opportunities

• Secure and well-invested site with modern equipment

• Opportunities for training and internal progression

If you're ready for a new challenge in a clean, well-organised FMCG facility, apply today or get in touch for more information.