Senior Maintenance Engineer - Newmarket

Turners (Soham); Newmarket; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking a Senior Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Newmarket. The role involves leading a small team and performing hands-on maintenance on various warehouse systems. The ideal candidate will possess experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance, with opportunities for career progression and an emphasis on improving efficiency.

Benefits

28 Days holiday entitlement

Onsite Canteen

Onsite parking

Potential for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a multi-skilled maintenance role in logistics or manufacturing.
• Welding skills advantageous but not essential.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a maintenance team of 2-4 engineers for efficient performance.
• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance tasks on warehouse equipment.
• Liaise with external contractors and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Senior Maintenance Engineer to manage the maintenance and repair of our facilities and Coldstore Warehouse department. This is a hands-on role that requires a strong technical background in both mechanical and electrical maintenance, as well as the ability to lead a small team and ensure the smooth operation of the site.

Reporting to: Warehouse Operations Manager

Working Hours: 8am-5pm Monday-Friday (some weekend / evening callouts may be required)

Salary: Competitive an open to negotiation

Job Purpose
We are looking for a Senior Maintenance Engineer to join our team, Managing a small team of 2 - 4 engineers. This is a hands-on role, where you will be performing maintenance tasks on both Warehousing equipment and Facilities. You will be a self-motivated candidate with ambitions to progress within the company. You will focus on improving efficiency, delivering cost savings across the business as well as managing the people within the Maintenance department.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
Self-motivated and willing to improve efficiency and deliver cost savings, organised to lead and develop the team.

Manage a team of 2-4 engineers, providing guidance and direction to ensure a high-quality and efficient maintenance performance.

Conducting planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks including Mobile racking maintenance and repairs, Management of dock levellers and loading bays, floor repairs, Roller/slide door repairs/replacement / Conveyors / Facilities.

Maintain and document accurate records of maintenance activities and planning schedules, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

Liaise with external contractors and service providers as the main point of contact.

Ensure all maintenance work complies with health and safety regulations and company policies including regulatory controls.

Required Skills
• Proven experience in a similar multi-skilled maintenance role within a Warehousing, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong Electrical and Mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and ambitious attitude with desire to progress in the business
• Welding skills would be advantageous for this vacancy but not essential.
• Experience of leading and managing a team.
• Relevant technical qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations)
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Decision Making
The post holder will be required to take such day-to-day decisions as are necessary to maintain an efficient and effective service.

The post holder should refer any complex matters to the Operations Manager or Head of Operations for guidance and resolution.

Benefits
28 Days holiday entitlement, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
Onsite Canteen.
Onsite parking with an allocated parking space.
Potential for career progression with Turners as Onsite facilities Maintenance Manager.

To apply for this position please fill out an application form or email your CV to [e-mail]