Shift Maintenance Engineer

TXM Recruit; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension 6%

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Health cashback

Benefits portal

Employee assistance

Ride-to-Work

Referral program

Employee of the Quarter

Job summary

TXM Recruit is partnering with a leading automation and intralogistics company to hire skilled Maintenance Engineers for their flagship site in Burton-On-Trent. The role involves maintaining and optimizing state‑of‑the‑art machinery to ensure seamless operations at the distribution facility.

Shift pattern includes 4 on/4 off with 6am–6pm or 6pm–6am, and responsibilities cover mechanical work, calibration, CMMS utilisation, and rapid fault resolution while upholding strict health and safety

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.
• CMMS experience and inventory management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical disassembly and reassembly tasks, basic field wiring, equipment calibration, and system testing.
• Manage time using CMMS to target high utilization.
• Complete reactive repairs within set timeframes to minimise downtime.
• Conduct servicing and repairs of installed products with hands-on ownership.
• Interpret electrical schematics and work with 415V motor controls.
• Prioritise health and safety via risk assessments.
• Read and follow assembly drawings and manuals accurately.
• Follow setup instructions, guides and checklists precisely.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Electrical/electro-mechanical

PLC systems

NDT methods

Pneumatics & hydraulics

CMMS experience

MS Office

Reading assembly drawings

Education

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

HNC/HND (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Maintenance Shift Engineer

Location: Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire

Salary: £50,264 per year

TXM Recruit is partnering with a prominent automation and intralogistics company to hire skilled Maintenance Engineers for their flagship site in Burton-On-Trent. These roles involve maintaining and optimizing state‑of‑the‑art machinery to ensure seamless operations at the distribution facility.

Shift Pattern:

• 4 on/4 off shift pattern
• Block splits, 4 days, 4 off, 4 nights, 4 off
• Work hours are 6am - 6pm and 6pm - 6am

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.

Desirable Attributes:

• 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.

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

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