Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Writtle; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer in Writtle. This role involves ensuring production equipment runs efficiently and safely while performing planned and reactive maintenance. Ideal candidates have solid mechanical and electrical experience in high-volume production environments and are capable of diagnosing faults on various systems. Competitive salary of £43,000 - £47,000 offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical/electrical maintenance within high-volume production.
• Strong fault-finding capability across motors, sensors, inverters, PLCs.
• Apprentice-trained or qualified Maintenance Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing faults on electro-mechanical and PLC-controlled systems.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining compliance with Health & Safety processes.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Fault-finding

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

PLC systems

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Location: Chelmsford – Salary: £43,000 - £47,000 – Afternoon shift (5 out of 7). Are you a hands‑on Maintenance Engineer with solid mechanical and electrical expertise? Looking for a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same? We're supporting our client in their search for a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in keeping mission‑critical equipment running smoothly.

The Opportunity

As part of a tight‑knit engineering team, you'll ensure production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. You'll get involved in planned and reactive maintenance across a wide variety of plant equipment and automation systems, working collaboratively with production teams to minimise downtime.

This position will suit someone with a strong fault‑finding mindset, confident working across both electrical and mechanical challenges.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll be working across:

• Fully automated conveying equipment, dryers and presses
• Gearboxes, pumps, drive motors
• Pneumatic & hydraulic systems
• Boilers, steam traps, condensate recovery systems

Core duties include:

• Diagnosing and repairing faults on electro‑mechanical and PLC‑controlled systems
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintaining compliance with Health & Safety processes
• Collaborating with production teams to reduce downtime
• Accurately logging maintenance activities and updates

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in mechanical/electrical maintenance within high‑volume production (FMCG, food manufacturing, process industries, or similar)
• Strong fault‑finding capability across motors, sensors, inverters, PLCs
• Confidence working with pneumatics, hydraulics, steam systems, and condensate management
• Solid knowledge of power transmission – bearings, shafts, couplings, drive assemblies
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, P&IDs
• A safety‑first approach and strong teamwork skills

Qualifications

• Apprentice‑trained or qualified Maintenance Engineer
• NVQ Level 3, ONC, HNC (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
• Confidence interpreting technical diagrams and control schematics