Weekend Shift Engineer

Theo James Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 43,200 - 52,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Attendance bonus (200 twice per year)

Pension (6% employee / 9% employer)

Life assurance (from day 1)

Westfield medical cover (company paid)

Employee Assistance Programme

Workwear & PPE provided

Free onsite parking

Subsidised onsite food

Free fruit twice weekly

Regular reward events

Job summary

Theo James Recruitment is seeking a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a global manufacturing business in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role offers a salary of £48,000 PA plus excellent benefits such as 25 days holiday, pension, and life assurance.

The successful candidate will enjoy stable working conditions and a supportive team environment, with responsibilities including equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and providing effective maintenance solutions.

Qualifications

• Time Served Apprenticeship.
• Multi-skilled with mechanical bias.
• Experience in manufacturing maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to breakdowns and resolve faults efficiently.
• Follow and improve preventative maintenance schedules.
• Complete planned maintenance activities.

Skills

Time Served Apprenticeship

Multi Skilled, mechanical bias

Experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment

Strong fault‑finding skills on electrical and automated systems

Welding, fabrication, turning, milling

Methodical and proactive approach to problem solving

Job description

Job Title: Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer.

Location: Tyne & Wear

Salary: 48,000 PA +

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Christmas shutdown)
• Attendance bonus (200 twice per year)
• Pension (6% employee / 9% employer)
• Life assurance (from day 1)
• Westfield medical cover (company paid, taxable benefit)
• Employee Assistance Programme (discounts, GP access, counselling)
• Workwear & PPE provided
• Free onsite parking & good transport links
• Subsidised onsite food
• Free fruit twice weekly
• Regular reward events (seasonal gifts, Christmas party etc.)

In addition to a competitive salary, the Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer will benefit from excellent working conditions, strong job security, and a positive team-based culture focused on continuous improvement.

The Company

This is an exciting opportunity for a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established, global manufacturing business experiencing continued growth. The company operates within a specialist engineering sector, supplying high-quality products worldwide. As a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will become part of a fast-paced, supportive team environment with genuine long-term career progression opportunities.

Working Hours

Sat 6am-6pm

Sun 6am-6pm

TBA 6am-6pm (flexible for any other day)

Job Description

As a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring equipment reliability and minimising downtime across the site. Key responsibilities include:

• Responding quickly to breakdowns and resolving faults efficiently
• Following and improving preventative maintenance schedules
• Completing planned maintenance (PPM) activities in line with annual plans
• Recording and completing follow-up maintenance work
• Supporting root cause analysis and implementing long‑term solutions
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Assisting with engineering projects when required
• Improving line efficiency, quality, and reducing waste through effective maintenance

Skills & Experience

To succeed as a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, you should have:

• Time Served Apprenticeship
• Multi Skilled, mechanical bias
• Experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment
• Strong fault‑finding skills on electrical and automated systems
• Welding, fabrication, turning, milling
• A methodical and proactive approach to problem solving

Why Should You Apply?

This Multi‑skilled Maintenance Engineer opportunity offers long‑term stability, excellent benefits, and the chance to work within a growing international business. If you are a driven Multi‑skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to develop your career in a dynamic and supportive environment, this role provides the perfect next step.