Shift Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Taylor Higson; London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in London is seeking a Shift Maintenance Engineer to ensure production equipment runs reliably and efficiently. You will perform maintenance and repairs on large-scale FMCG machinery and contribute to continuous improvement projects. The ideal candidate has strong electrical skills, mechanical knowledge, and thrives under pressure, supported by a salary up to £50,000 and various benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced FMCG, print, or packaging environments preferred.
• Hands-on experience with large machinery.
• Willingness to support occasional out-of-hours requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs.
• Conduct fault-finding and diagnostics on large-scale FMCG machinery.
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency projects.

Skills

Strong electrical skills

Mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving ability

Education

Relevant qualifications (18th Edition Wiring Regs)

Job description

Shift Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Dagenham, Essex

Up to £50,000 plus benefits

We’re representing a long-established manufacturer with a reputation for quality and continuous investment in both people and technology. Operating within the print and packaging supply chain, they run a high-speed, high-volume site supplying major FMCG brands.

As part of their skilled engineering team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring production equipment runs reliably, safely, and efficiently. This is a role for someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in keeping complex machinery running at its best.

What you’ll be doing

• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs
• Fault-finding and diagnostics on large-scale FMCG machinery
• Electrical maintenance and repair, with mechanical engineering support
• Working with contractors and suppliers to secure critical spares
• Supporting continuous improvement and efficiency projects

What we’re looking for

• Strong electrical skills, ideally supported by relevant qualifications (18th Edition Wiring Regs, etc)
• Mechanical knowledge and hands-on experience with large machinery
• Experience in fast-paced FMCG, print or packaging environments (preferred)
• Excellent problem-solving ability and calmness under pressure
• Willingness to support occasional out-of-hours requirements

Why apply?

• Salary up to £50,000 based on experience, 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, free on-site parking, pension scheme, and more.
• Day shifts: 11am–7pm, Monday to Friday

Apply today to join a successful business that’s growing, investing in new kit, and values engineering as the backbone of its operation.