Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer

Russell Taylor Group; Wirral; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group is looking for a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer for a large-scale manufacturing site in Wirral. The role covers hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and improving production equipment and facility systems to maximise uptime.

The position operates a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights). The salary is £51,371 per annum with overtime at enhanced rates on weekends and holidays. Start date is 2026-06-01.

Qualifications

• Hands-on role maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving a wide range of production equipment, site services, and facility systems.
• Work as part of a shift-based engineering team to support production through reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance activities.
• Promote and follow all health, safety, and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment faults as part of normal shift activities.
• Respond quickly to production breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Carry out preventative maintenance activities and routine safety inspections.
• Perform fault-finding and diagnostic work on both planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a variety of production machinery and site services.
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are completed effectively.
• Support engineering and continuous improvement projects.
• Produce shift reports and communicate effectively during handovers.

Skills

Fault finding

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Maintenance practices

Manufacturing experience

Education

HNC/Degree in Engineering

Job description

Salary: £51,371 per annum, plus overtime rates (x 1.5) weekends (double time) and bank holidays (triple time)

Vacancy Title: Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer Contract Type: Permanent Location: Wirral Industry: General Manufacturing

TECHNICAL & ENGINEERING Plastics, Print & Packaging

Salary: £51,371 per annum, plus overtime rates (x 1.5) weekends (double time) and bank holidays (triple time) Start Date: 2026-06-01 REF: J91987662 Contact Name: Hannah Williams Contact Email: [e-mail] Vacancy Published: 2 months ago

Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer

Location: Wirral

Salary: £51,371 per annum, plus overtime rates (x 1.5) weekends (double time) and bank holidays (triple time)

Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (2 days, 2 nights) with scheduled extended break periods throughout the year.

We are seeking a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer to join a large-scale manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving a wide range of production equipment, site services, and facility systems to ensure maximum operational uptime and efficiency.

Working as part of a shift-based engineering team, you will play a key role in supporting production through both reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment faults as part of normal shift activities.
• Respond quickly to production breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Carry out preventative maintenance activities and routine safety inspections.
• Perform fault-finding and diagnostic work on both planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a variety of production machinery and site services.
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are completed effectively.
• Support engineering and continuous improvement projects.
• Promote and follow all health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and operational performance.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to resolve recurring issues.
• Investigate equipment failures and identify root causes.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Produce shift reports and communicate effectively during handovers.

The Person

• HNC, Degree, or equivalent qualification in an Engineering discipline.
• Proven experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and/or electrical maintenance practices.
• Experience working with planned preventative maintenance systems.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

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