Shift Engineer

Zest; Boston; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Lincolnshire is seeking an experienced Shift Engineer for a night role. The position offers a competitive salary of approximately £52,000 per year and involves maintaining production equipment and supporting engineering initiatives. Ideal candidates should have experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team. Ongoing training and development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance within manufacturing.
• Confident diagnosing and repairing faults on production and site equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across production equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and complete reactive maintenance efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records in the Maintain-X system.
• Support engineering projects and propose solutions to improve equipment performance.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Problem-solving

Planning

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Shift Engineer - Night Role

Location: Lincolnshire (Commutable from: Spalding, Sutterton, Algarkirk, Kirton, Fishtoft, Swineshead, Donington, Holbeach, Pinchbeck, etc.).

Are you an experienced Shift Engineer looking for a hands‑on role in a dynamic manufacturing environment? This is a great opportunity to work on a wide range of equipment, support a strong engineering team, and take ownership of maintenance and improvement initiatives.

We're seeking a proactive engineer who thrives in a busy production environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and takes pride in delivering safe, reliable, and high‑quality engineering solutions.

What you'll do:

Working a 3s & 2s night shift pattern, you'll play a key role in maintaining the smooth operation of all site machinery and equipment.

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across production equipment and site facilities.
• Responding to breakdowns and completing reactive maintenance efficiently.
• Maintaining accurate records in the Maintain-X system.
• Supporting engineering projects and proposing solutions to improve equipment performance and uptime.
• Ensuring high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping across the workshop and work areas.
• Assisting with audits, safety inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deputising for the Engineering Manager when required.

What we're looking for:

The ideal candidate is a self‑motivated, multi‑skilled engineer who can work independently, take ownership of their work, and collaborate effectively with colleagues. You will:

• Have experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance within manufacturing.
• Be confident diagnosing and repairing faults on production and site equipment.
• Demonstrate strong problem‑solving, planning, and organisational skills.
• Communicate effectively and support a positive, proactive team culture.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary of c.£52,000 per year
• Working a 3s & 2s night shift pattern
• Opportunity to work on diverse machinery in a hands‑on role
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive, team‑focused working environment

This role offers the chance to take ownership of your work, contribute to continuous improvement, and develop your skills in a modern manufacturing setting.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring decisions based solely on merit, without discrimination of any kind.