Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer in Sunderland. You will be responsible for providing maintenance and repairs for equipment, ensuring optimal production uptime, and participating in a safety-driven environment. The role requires proven experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance, with a strong emphasis on safety standards and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Essential NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance/Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs on plant equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults.
• Maintain safety systems and accurate documentation for maintenance work.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance/Engineering

Tools

Siemens S7 PLCs

ABB Robotics

Job description

Job Description

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Location: Sunderland

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Rotating 3-Shift Pattern

Salary and Shift Premiums:

• Base Salary: £43,232.28 per annum (based on 37 hours/week)
• Shift Pattern:
• Day Shift: Mon–Thurs 07:00–15:10; Fri 07:00–15:05
• Late Shift: Mon–Thurs 15:05–23:15; Fri 15:05–23:10
• Night Shift: Sun 22:00–07:05+; Mon–Thurs 23:10–07:05+

Shift Allowances:

• Late Shift Premium: +16%
• Night Shift Premium: +39%

Estimated Average Annual Salary Including Rotating Shifts: Approx. £51,723.70 (based on equal rotation of all three shifts)

Overtime: Paid additionally at 1.33x for Day Shift, 1.5x for Late/Night Shifts

Job Purpose: To provide planned and reactive maintenance for equipment and facilities, ensuring optimal production uptime and supporting safety and operational excellence within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs on plant equipment and facilities
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults
• Conduct inspections and maintain safety systems (e.g., fire alarms, Estop systems)
• Maintain accurate documentation for all maintenance work
• Collaborate with external contractors and suppliers
• Ensure machinery compliance with safety standards
• Participate in the preventive maintenance program and use related software tools
• Provide technical feedback to leadership on maintenance effectiveness
• Support overtime as needed to ensure production continuity

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Essential: NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance/Engineering (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a mechanical and electrical maintenance role
• Good communication and problem-solving skills

Desirable:

• IOSH certification
• Familiarity with Siemens S7 PLCs and ABB Robotics
• Experience in a chemical process environment

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities:

• Adhere to company Health & Safety policies and promote a safety-first culture
• Participate in emergency response protocols
• Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe practices
• Support departmental 5S and continuous improvement initiatives

Personal Attributes:

• Positive and proactive mindset with strong decision-making skills
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Clear communicator across all levels within and outside the business