Shift Cover Engineer - Chester

Gap Technical Ltd; Chester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Chester is seeking a Shift Cover Maintenance Engineer. This role involves supporting the manufacturing process by addressing equipment breakdowns and performing scheduled maintenance. Ideal for engineers looking for additional income or part-time work, candidates should possess a Timeserved engineering apprenticeship and have skills in fault finding on electrical systems. Strong communication and organizational ability are essential. Competitive pay offered in a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Completed a Timeserved engineering apprenticeship.
• Background in FMCG/Packaging Manufacturing is advantageous.
• Ability to fault find on 3 Phase Electrical Systems, Drives and I/O PLC.

Responsibilities

• Support the manufacturing process by responding to equipment breakdowns.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance and correct reoccurring faults.
• Train operational team members for minor maintenance tasks.

Skills

Fault Finding on 3 Phase Electrical Systems

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Timeserved engineering apprenticeship

Job description

Shift Cover Maintenance Engineer - Chester/Deeside

£30.00 - £40.00 Per Hour

8- 12 HR Shifts Days/Nights

gap technical are proud to be representing this market leading manufacturing business in their search for a Shift Cover Maintenance Engineer to work at their facility based near Wrexham

This work is ideal for Engineers that are looking for additional income whilst working shifts or Engineers that are looking for Part Time work

Performance Objectives

• To support the manufacturing process by responding effectively to equipment breakdowns, carrying out scheduled maintenance work and being proactive on the correction and modification of reoccurring machine processing faults.
• To respond effectively to equipment breakdowns and ensure maximum focus is given to their nominated production area
• To fault find in an effective and efficient manner whilst utilising the various machines historic / information documentation
• To establish harmonious relations with the operational staff and to work flexibly with them
• To train operational team members to perform minor maintenance tasks and to assist in major repairs
• Ensuring that machinery is maintained and repaired to a high standard.
• Pro-active in the reduction of engineering downtime and continuous improvement of the process and the department.

Person Specification

• The successful candidate will ideally of completed a Timeserved engineering apprenticeship
• A background in FMCG/Packaging Manufacturing will be a distinct advantage however not a prerequisite.
• Ability to Fault Find on 3 Phase Electrical Systems, Drives an I/O PLC Fault Finding
• You must be an excellent communicator and be able to plan and organise efficiently.

Closing date 17/01/2026