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Maintenance Engineer – Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (days/nights). Location: Loughborough. Salary: £50,000. Benefits: 23 days annual leave, health care cash back plans, death in service, cycle to work scheme, training and development opportunities.

We are seeking a reliable and proactive multi-skilled Shift Engineer to join a busy, 24/7 operation. This permanent, full-time role operates on a rotating shift pattern, with occasional out-of-hours attendance required. Travel between the two locations will be necessary.

Reporting to the Engineering Shift Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining and ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of plant and machinery that supports continuous manufacturing and supply chain activities.

• Perform both planned and reactive electrical and mechanical maintenance across multiple sites
• Maintain machinery, equipment, and tools to ensure safety and optimal performance
• Collaborate with production teams to minimise downtime and implement preventative maintenance
• Investigate and diagnose causes of breakdowns and faults, ensuring repairs are recorded for trend analysis
• Manage the safe and efficient use of materials including consumables and chemicals
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards
• Maintain and improve engineering systems such as CMMS, KPIs, shift handovers, audits, and safety reviews
• Coordinate and oversee third-party engineering contractors on site
• Safeguard the wellbeing of all site personnel

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven multi-skilled engineering experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and building maintenance capabilities including control systems and utilities
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles and their practical application
• Knowledge of health & safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Experience working shift patterns, including night shifts, ideally on automated sites
• Excellent communication skills with a logical, methodical approach to problem-solving
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and challenging situations calmly and efficiently
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential

If you are a multi-skilled maintenance engineer based in Loughborough get in touch with Josh Sharkey from Stirling Warrington for this role or any other role in the East Midlands.