Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Days

A great opportunity has arisen for a proactive, hands-on Days only Multiskilled Maintenance Supervisor/Engineer to lead and carry out maintenance activities within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role combines leadership with practical engineering skills to ensure maximum uptime, efficiency, and safety of all plant and equipment.

Job Description:

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic faults on production lines and ancillary equipment.
• Implement planned preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Lead a small maintenance team, allocating tasks and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support during breakdowns and installations.
• Identify opportunities to improve machine reliability and efficiency.
• Support projects for equipment upgrades and process optimization.
• Ensure all maintenance activities adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and spare parts usage.

Beneficial Skills / Experience

• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience with extrusion machinery, plastic processing equipment, or similar high-speed manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of PLC systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Ability to supervise and motivate a small team while remaining hands-on.
• Familiarity with film extrusion, packaging production, or related processes is highly desirable.
• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
• 17th/18th Edition Electrical qualification (advantageous).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement.