Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Hunter Selection; Crewe; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Every other weekend off

Excellent benefits package

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Hunter Selection is recruiting a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer for a leading UK manufacturer in Cheshire, commutable from Stoke, Crewe, Nantwich, Congleton, Winsford and Northwich. Initially on days while training, then Panama shift pattern with 12-hour days, 6am-6pm and 11am-11pm.

You'll carry out PPM and reactive maintenance across production equipment, diagnose faults, support continuous improvement and work closely with production and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Electrical fault finding

Mechanical fault finding

Teamwork

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

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

12 hour shifts - DAYS ONLY - Panama

6am - 6pm / 11am - 11pm

Starting Salary: £47,000 - £51,000 + Benefits

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

• 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

Equal Opportunities

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.