Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Hunter Selection Ltd; Crewe; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Hunter Selection Ltd is recruiting for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer in Crewe, England. The role focuses on planned and reactive maintenance across production assets, with a 12-hour Panama shift pattern and day training initially.

You'll diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, drive improvements, and work with a skilled team to maximise equipment reliability. A recognised engineering qualification is required, with sector experience in FMCG or manufacturing desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role.
• Electrically or mechanically biased engineers considered.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across production equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults to minimise downtime.
• Support continuous improvement to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Work with production and engineering teams to ensure maximum operational performance.
• Record maintenance activities and recurring issues accurately.
• Ensure tasks are completed safely and in line with procedures.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Electrical bias

Fault finding

Teamwork

Education

Apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3 / HNC / HND

Job description

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer (534/ME) Crewe, England

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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Cheshire - Commutable from Stoke, Crewe, Nantwich, Congleton, Winsford, Northwich

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Cheshire - Commutable from Stoke, Crewe, Nantwich, Congleton, Winsford, Northwich

12 hour shifts - DAYS ONLY - Panama

6am - 6pm / 11am - 11pm

The Opportunity

A leading UK manufacturer is looking to strengthen its engineering team with the addition of a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer.

Operating within a stable and growing sector, this organisation continues to invest heavily in its people, machinery, and facilities. As a result of ongoing growth and increased production demand, they are seeking an enthusiastic engineer who can contribute to maintaining high levels of plant reliability and performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to develop their skills within a supportive environment where continuous improvement and employee development are actively encouraged.

Initially, you will work on a days-based schedule while completing your training and site familiarisation before moving onto the Panama shift pattern.

The Role

As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across a range of production and manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnosing and rectifying electrical and mechanical faults to minimise downtime.
• Supporting continuous improvement activities to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Working closely with production and engineering teams to ensure maximum operational performance.
• Accurately recording maintenance activities and recurring equipment issues.
• Ensuring all tasks are completed safely and in line with company procedures.
• Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager and collaborating with a skilled team of maintenance engineers.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working within a maintenance engineering role.
• Electrically or mechanically biased engineers will be considered.
• Recognised engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, HNC, HND or equivalent).
• Experience within a manufacturing environment such as:
  • FMCG
  • Food & Beverage
  • Packaging
  • Plastics
  • Automotive
  • Ceramics
  • General Manufacturing
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

What's On Offer?

• Starting salary of £48,392
• Structured Panama shift pattern
• Every other weekend off
• Ongoing training and development
• Secure employment within a growing manufacturing business
• Excellent benefits package
• Career progression opportunities