Shift Engineer

TXM Recruit; Preston; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension 6%

Private healthcare

Dental cover

Optical benefit

Life insurance

Health care cashback

Benefits portal

Employee assistance program

Ride-to-Work scheme

Referral program

Employee of the Quarter

Job summary

TXM Recruit is partnering with a prominent automation and intralogistics company to hire a skilled Maintenance Engineer for their Preston site. You will maintain and optimize state-of-the-art medication machinery to ensure smooth distribution across the facility.

The role involves shift work, mechanical disassembly/reassembly, calibration, and fault finding on 415V motor controls while prioritizing health and safety and working with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in Electro-Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Familiarity with NDT methods and technologies.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and 415V motor controls.
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics is advantageous.
• Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical disassembly and reassembly; calibrate equipment and test systems.
• Manage maintenance tasks using CMMS to achieve high utilization.
• Complete reactive repairs within set timeframes to minimize downtime.
• Interpret electrical schematics and work with 415V motor controls.
• Conduct risk assessments to uphold health and safety standards.
• Read and follow assembly drawings and technical diagrams.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

PLC systems

NDT techniques

Pneumatics & Hydraulics

CMMS experience

Microsoft Office

Reading schematics

Health & safety

Stakeholder communication

Education

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

HNC/HND preferred

Tools

CMMS software

PLC testing tools

Job description

TXM Recruit is partnering with a prominent automation and intralogistics company to hire a skilled Maintenance Engineer for their automated site in Preston. The role involves maintaining and optimizing state-of-the-art medication machinery to ensure seamless distribution across the facility.

Shift Pattern

• Work Hours: Between 6am-6pm and 6pm-6pm (2 weeks of day shift, 2 weeks of night shift and rotate between the two)

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.
• Mechanical aptitude, including the ability to disassemble and reassemble equipment using technical diagrams.
• Familiarity with 415V motor controls and understanding of PLC systems.
• Awareness of health and safety standards, including conducting risk assessments.
• Customer‑oriented approach with effective communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and participate in training programs, including potential travel within Europe.
• 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.