Shift Engineer

TXM Recruit; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 49,085 - 59,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension contributions up to 6

Comprehensive private healthcare

Life insurance

Health care cashback scheme

Benefits portal with discounts

Employee assistance program

Ride-to-Work scheme

Referral program

Employee of the Quarter awards

Job summary

TXM Recruit is partnering with a leading automation and intralogistics company to recruit a Maintenance Shift Engineer for a flagship site in Leicester. The role centers on maintaining and optimizing state-of-the-art machinery to support smooth distribution operations. The Panama shift pattern and focus on safety, fault diagnosis, and continuous improvement underpin the role.

Qualifications

• NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in Electro-Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and control circuits essential.
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical disassembly and reassembly; basic field wiring, calibration, and testing.
• Utilise CMMS to plan maintenance and achieve high asset utilisation.
• Complete reactive repairs within set timeframes to minimize downtime.
• Service and repair installed equipment and own issues to swift resolutions.
• Interpret electrical schematics and work with 415V motor controls.

Skills

PLC systems

CMMS usage

Electrical schematics

Reading drawings

Health & safety awareness

Education

NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in Electro-Mechanical Engineering

HNC/HND preferred

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Maintenance Shift Engineer

Location: Leicester, Leicestershire

TXM Recruit is partnering with a prominent automation and intralogistics company to hire a skilled Maintenance Engineer with a mechanical bias with electrical experience for one of their flagship sites in Leicester. These roles involve maintaining and optimizing state-of-the-art machinery to ensure seamless operations at the distribution facility.

Salary: £54,539.00

Shift Pattern

• Panama schedule
• Work Hours: 6am - 6pm/6pm - 6am (2-week rotation)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical disassembly and reassembly tasks, basic field wiring, equipment calibration, and system testing.
• Efficiently manage time using CMMS, aiming for over 90% utilization.
• Complete reactive repairs within set timeframes to minimize downtime.
• Conduct servicing and repairs of installed products, taking hands-on ownership of issues to achieve swift resolutions.
• Interpret electrical schematics and work confidently with 415V motor controls.
• Prioritize health and safety by conducting thorough risk assessments.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical skills, including the ability to read and follow assembly drawings.
• Follow setup instructions, assembly guides, and checklists with precision.
• Display exceptional attention to detail and follow-up capabilities.
• Understand and work with control systems.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders at all levels within the organization and customer environments.

Skills and Qualifications Required

• Qualification at NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in Electro-Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods and technologies.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and their functionality.
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics is an advantage.
• Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using CMMS systems and managing engineering inventory.
• A qualification equivalent to HNC/HND is preferred but not essential.

Benefits

• Employer pension contributions of up to 6%.
• Comprehensive private healthcare coverage, including optical, dental, and hearing benefits.
• Life insurance for added financial security.
• Health care cashback scheme, covering private medical excess costs.
• Access to a benefits portal offering lifestyle discounts and training resources.
• Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.
• Ride-to-Work scheme to promote sustainable commuting.
• Referral program with rewards for recommending new hires.
• Employee of the Quarter awards to recognize outstanding contributions.

TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you