Shift Maintenance Engineer

Aspion; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Shift Maintenance Engineer to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults on manufacturing equipment. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £38,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and at least 10 years of experience in manufacturing environments. Benefits include overtime, shift premiums, a pension scheme, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Overtime and shift premiums available

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

PPE and tools provided

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post-apprenticeship experience.
• Proven background in high-speed manufacturing (FMCG, automotive, or similar).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults on manufacturing equipment.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to reduce downtime.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to keep production running efficiently.

Skills

Mechanical engineering skills

Pneumatics and hydraulics

Welding and fabrication

Problem-solving skills

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Shift Maintenance Engineer – Location: Speke, Liverpool. Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience). Hours: Monday to Thursday 06:00–14:00, Friday 06:00–11:00. Shift Flexibility: May rotate to 06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00 during peak periods or as business needs require. Reference: ASPLIV

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults on manufacturing equipment
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to reduce downtime
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to keep production running efficiently
• Support capital and improvement projects across the plant
• Work across multiple disciplines, including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and fabrication tasks
• Collaborate with production teams to improve machine performance and reliability
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with company H&S standards
• Keep accurate records of all maintenance work and equipment status
• Participate in relevant training and stay current with equipment and technology

Requirements

• Must-Haves
• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering
• Minimum 10 years post-apprenticeship experience
• Proven background in high-speed manufacturing (FMCG, automotive, or similar)
• Solid mechanical engineering skills, including:
  • Turning and milling
  • Pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Welding and fabrication
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small engineering team
• Flexible, reliable, and solutions-focused

• Desirable
• Experience with steel packaging machinery or materials
• Basic electrical maintenance or PLC fault-finding skills
• Good communication skills
• Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to maintenance

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Overtime and shift premiums available
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• PPE and tools provided
• Training and career development opportunities

To Contact Direct

Daniel Barnett
Senior Executive Consultant
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