Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in East Kilbride is seeking a proactive Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain and improve mechanical and electrical packaging machinery. Key responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, responding to breakdowns, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has a recognised engineering qualification, experience in fast-paced production environments, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer with mechanical/electrical qualification.
• Background in maintenance within fast-moving production environments.
• Experience with PLC systems and fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance on machinery.
• Resolve breakdowns promptly to maintain efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives with engineering solutions.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical maintenance

Problem-solving mindset

Communication skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Education

Recognised qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering (NVQ Level 3, HNC, etc.)

Tools

PLC systems

CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team within a fast-paced packaging environment. The role will involve maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving a wide range of mechanical and electrical packaging machinery to ensure maximum equipment efficiency and minimal downtime. This is on shift.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on packaging machinery, conveyors, palletisers, wrapping machines, and related equipment.
• Respond to and resolve breakdowns promptly to reduce downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Diagnose and repair both mechanical and electrical faults, including motors, sensors, PLC-controlled equipment, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing engineering solutions.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and company policies at all times.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts used, and breakdown history.
• Liaise with production and operations teams to minimise disruption during maintenance.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades.
• Participate in an engineering call-out rota (if applicable).

Skills & Experience

• Time-served engineer with a recognised qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent) in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Strong background in both mechanical and electrical maintenance within a fast-moving production or packaging environment.
• Experience working with PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, or similar) - fault finding ability desirable.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, motors, pumps, and conveyors.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Proven track record of fault finding under pressure in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Computer-literate with experience using CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems) advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
• Excellent communication skills - able to work effectively with production, quality, and management teams.
• Team player who is also capable of working independently.
• Flexible, reliable, and willing to adapt to changing priorities.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.