Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Randstad Engineering; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a multi-skilled maintenance engineer in Northampton. This full-time, permanent role offers uncapped overtime and emphasizes planned maintenance and system improvements. Ideal candidates will have experience in FMCG environments, relevant qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, and a proactive approach to teamwork and safety. The position promises unlimited career potential within a dynamic environment aligned with major household brands.

Benefits

Uncapped overtime

Ongoing training and development

Up to 10% pension

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in FMCG/food production environments.
• Completed onsite apprenticeship or relevant qualification.
• Ability to work in a team and learn from experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Focus on planned maintenance and system improvements.
• Support the team in machine parts replacement.
• Conduct mandatory logs and adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Fault finding and repairing

Team collaboration

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Level 3 NVQ/HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Join a globally recognized leader in FMCG manufacturing as a multi‑skilled maintenance engineer. Due to exciting growth, our client is looking for a dedicated professional with experience in a similar fast‑paced production environment with a focus on planned maintenance, corrective maintenance, and project work. This is a full‑time, permanent opportunity with unlimited career potential, as the company operates multiple sites across the UK and partners with major household brands worldwide.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will join a highly efficient team where your work will focus primarily on planned maintenance and system improvements. You will be responsible for supporting the team in replacing machine parts and conducting all mandatory logs. Forward‑thinking initiative and dedication to health and safety regulations are essential to drive professional growth.

Qualifications

• Several years experience working within a FMCG/food production environment.
• Must have completed an onsite apprenticeship or hold a Level 3 NVQ/HNC/HND or above in Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Must be a team player and willing to fit in and learn from the established engineers onsite.
• Competent fault finding and repairing on a range of production/manufacturing equipment.
• Be ambitious, enthusiastic, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment with a "can do" attitude to work.

Benefits

Uncapped overtime available + Project & Continuous Improvement Projects, Ongoing Training & Development, Up to 10% Pension.

Locations & Commute

Commutable from: Northampton, Wellingborough, Kettering, Milton Keynes, Daventry, Towcester, Rugby, Corby, Bedford, Brackley.

EEO Statement

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Legal

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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