location; Birmingham We are working with a leading UK pharmaceutical distribution and healthcare logistics business operating a highly automated distribution environment supporting the national healthcare supply chain. The site is a fast-paced, highly regulated operation where automation uptime, facilities reliability and engineering leadership are critical to business performance. This is a great opportunity for an Engineering Manager to join a well-established automated distribution site, taking ownership of the engineering function across automation, facilities, compliance and engineering team development. The site operates advanced automated warehouse systems including Knapp, Peem and Schaefer technologies, alongside specialist plant and facilities infrastructure. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be responsible for ensuring the engineering function delivers maximum equipment reliability, strong preventative maintenance performance and continuous improvement across the site. You will lead, coach and develop the engineering team while working closely with operations, transport and senior leadership. This role would suit an Engineering Manager, Lead Engineer or Engineering Supervisor from a logistics, automated warehousing, FMCG or highly automated manufacturing background , who enjoys balancing technical leadership with hands-on engineering involvement. responsibilities of an engineering manager: Lead and support the site engineering team in a hands-on engineering capacity where required Drive engineering performance across automation systems, materials handling equipment and facilities infrastructure Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are effective, delivered and continuously improved Lead root cause analysis and reliability improvement activity to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance Ensure full utilisation and compliance of the CMMS system for maintenance planning and reporting Manage engineering KPIs, analyse performance data and drive continuous improvement initiatives Oversee maintenance and contractor management for specialist plant including HVAC, generators, sprinkler systems and facilities infrastructure Ensure strong contractor management in line with HSE legislation and internal compliance standards Support facilities maintenance, CAPEX projects and site infrastructure improvements Lead team development through coaching, succession planning and structured training plans Provide engineering support outside normal hours where required Work closely with Operations, Transport and Site Leadership to support site performance and service delivery Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation and Good Distribution Practice standards skills & qualifications of an engineering manager: Recognised engineering apprenticeship HNC in an engineering discipline (essential) Strong engineering leadership and team development experience Experience managing maintenance teams within automated or fast-paced operational environments CMMS experience essential Project management experience Strong understanding of maintenance strategy, reliability and continuous improvement Experience with automation systems and materials handling equipment desirable IOSH / NEBOSH qualification desirable Lean manufacturing or maintenance strategy experience advantageous Degree in Engineering (desirable) benefits of an engineering manager: Basic salary £55,000 with Car allowance of £400 PCM Leadership role within a highly automated national operation Opportunity to shape engineering performance and site reliability strategy Exposure to advanced warehouse automation technologies Long-term career progression within a major healthcare supply chain business Structured leadership and engineering development opportunities Stable role within a critical national infrastructure environment If you feel this Engineering Manager role is right for you, please contact Becky Prince at Maintech Recruitment for more information or click apply. Please note this client is unable to offer sponsorship; you will require full rights to work in the UK. Maintech Recruitment Engineering Great Careers Maintech Recruitment are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of sex, religion, belief, political opinion, race, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. Please note by applying for this role your data will be processed in line with our privacy policy, available on our website.
May 15, 2026
Full time
location; Birmingham We are working with a leading UK pharmaceutical distribution and healthcare logistics business operating a highly automated distribution environment supporting the national healthcare supply chain. The site is a fast-paced, highly regulated operation where automation uptime, facilities reliability and engineering leadership are critical to business performance. This is a great opportunity for an Engineering Manager to join a well-established automated distribution site, taking ownership of the engineering function across automation, facilities, compliance and engineering team development. The site operates advanced automated warehouse systems including Knapp, Peem and Schaefer technologies, alongside specialist plant and facilities infrastructure. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be responsible for ensuring the engineering function delivers maximum equipment reliability, strong preventative maintenance performance and continuous improvement across the site. You will lead, coach and develop the engineering team while working closely with operations, transport and senior leadership. This role would suit an Engineering Manager, Lead Engineer or Engineering Supervisor from a logistics, automated warehousing, FMCG or highly automated manufacturing background , who enjoys balancing technical leadership with hands-on engineering involvement. responsibilities of an engineering manager: Lead and support the site engineering team in a hands-on engineering capacity where required Drive engineering performance across automation systems, materials handling equipment and facilities infrastructure Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are effective, delivered and continuously improved Lead root cause analysis and reliability improvement activity to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance Ensure full utilisation and compliance of the CMMS system for maintenance planning and reporting Manage engineering KPIs, analyse performance data and drive continuous improvement initiatives Oversee maintenance and contractor management for specialist plant including HVAC, generators, sprinkler systems and facilities infrastructure Ensure strong contractor management in line with HSE legislation and internal compliance standards Support facilities maintenance, CAPEX projects and site infrastructure improvements Lead team development through coaching, succession planning and structured training plans Provide engineering support outside normal hours where required Work closely with Operations, Transport and Site Leadership to support site performance and service delivery Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation and Good Distribution Practice standards skills & qualifications of an engineering manager: Recognised engineering apprenticeship HNC in an engineering discipline (essential) Strong engineering leadership and team development experience Experience managing maintenance teams within automated or fast-paced operational environments CMMS experience essential Project management experience Strong understanding of maintenance strategy, reliability and continuous improvement Experience with automation systems and materials handling equipment desirable IOSH / NEBOSH qualification desirable Lean manufacturing or maintenance strategy experience advantageous Degree in Engineering (desirable) benefits of an engineering manager: Basic salary £55,000 with Car allowance of £400 PCM Leadership role within a highly automated national operation Opportunity to shape engineering performance and site reliability strategy Exposure to advanced warehouse automation technologies Long-term career progression within a major healthcare supply chain business Structured leadership and engineering development opportunities Stable role within a critical national infrastructure environment If you feel this Engineering Manager role is right for you, please contact Becky Prince at Maintech Recruitment for more information or click apply. Please note this client is unable to offer sponsorship; you will require full rights to work in the UK. Maintech Recruitment Engineering Great Careers Maintech Recruitment are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of sex, religion, belief, political opinion, race, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. Please note by applying for this role your data will be processed in line with our privacy policy, available on our website.
Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) Location: Northampton Salary: £58,000 Shift: Days and Nights Job Role A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business in Northampton. This hands-on role offers long-term job security, structured training, and clear progression within a highly automated, modern facility. You will lead a skilled engineering team, maintaining and improving automated production machinery, ensuring maximum efficiency, reliability, and uptime across the site. Key Responsibilities Lead and support the engineering team in planned, reactive, and breakdown maintenance Electrical and PLC fault finding on automated machinery Respond to breakdowns and drive root cause analysis Ensure safe, efficient maintenance operations Drive continuous improvement and reliability initiatives Mentor and develop junior engineers Non-Negotiable Requirements Electrical bias with industrial maintenance experience Strong PLC fault-finding experience Planned, reactive, and breakdown maintenance experience Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) Additional Requirements Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments Proactive, hands-on approach Team player with leadership capability Desirable FMCG or automated manufacturing background Ex-Armed Forces engineers encouraged Benefits £58,000 salary with regular reviews Days and nights shift pattern State-of-the-art, fully automated facility OEM and specialist training opportunities Private healthcare and pension Clear progression into senior/management roles Location Commutable from: Kettering, Thrapston, Wellingborough, Corby For further details, contact Adem Halil at Pioneer Selection (phone number removed)
May 14, 2026
Full time
Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) Location: Northampton Salary: £58,000 Shift: Days and Nights Job Role A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business in Northampton. This hands-on role offers long-term job security, structured training, and clear progression within a highly automated, modern facility. You will lead a skilled engineering team, maintaining and improving automated production machinery, ensuring maximum efficiency, reliability, and uptime across the site. Key Responsibilities Lead and support the engineering team in planned, reactive, and breakdown maintenance Electrical and PLC fault finding on automated machinery Respond to breakdowns and drive root cause analysis Ensure safe, efficient maintenance operations Drive continuous improvement and reliability initiatives Mentor and develop junior engineers Non-Negotiable Requirements Electrical bias with industrial maintenance experience Strong PLC fault-finding experience Planned, reactive, and breakdown maintenance experience Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) Additional Requirements Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments Proactive, hands-on approach Team player with leadership capability Desirable FMCG or automated manufacturing background Ex-Armed Forces engineers encouraged Benefits £58,000 salary with regular reviews Days and nights shift pattern State-of-the-art, fully automated facility OEM and specialist training opportunities Private healthcare and pension Clear progression into senior/management roles Location Commutable from: Kettering, Thrapston, Wellingborough, Corby For further details, contact Adem Halil at Pioneer Selection (phone number removed)
Maintenance Engineer Birmingham £50,000 - £52,000 electrically biased Choice of 4on/4off DAYS or 2days/2night with extra shift allowance a structured ladder progression plan with training and increases in salary. A lot of the engineers have been here for years The Company: generous holiday health care Online platform with vast discount vouchers to popular retailers Bonus Training and succession planning Up to 10% contributory pension Paid 18th ed, NEBOSH, IOSH etc PPE/Tools provided death in salary for an accident in work or out of work My client have been successfully manufacturing for years. Boasting one of the best reputations for hiring maintenance engineers and keeping hold of them. They are constantly innovating and bringing new ideas to the market, this has enabled them to grow from strength to strength and are currently expanding due to a full order book. They are looking for a further two electrically biased maintenance engineers, they will provide an unbeatable training including PLC training and on-going support to take you the next level of your electrical career. The Engineering Manager has been there since his apprenticeship and worked his way up so will show you the ropes and help follow the same career path if you want it. Benefits for the maintenance engineer: Great basic salary overtime Informal and formal training opportunities including in depth PLC training Bonus Progression into more senior roles down the line Great staff retention Experience required for the maintenance engineer: Qualified to level 3 (NVQ/C&G) or Apprenticeship served in an electrical discipline At least 5 years experience as a maintenance engineer maintaining/repairing special purpose machinery as an electrically biased maintenance engineer Any maintenance engineer from manufacturing or ex-forces welcome to apply FMCG, Food, plastic, packaging, Pharmaceutical, foundry, brick, distribution, automotive, metals, RAF, Navy, army, military, etc.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Maintenance Engineer Birmingham £50,000 - £52,000 electrically biased Choice of 4on/4off DAYS or 2days/2night with extra shift allowance a structured ladder progression plan with training and increases in salary. A lot of the engineers have been here for years The Company: generous holiday health care Online platform with vast discount vouchers to popular retailers Bonus Training and succession planning Up to 10% contributory pension Paid 18th ed, NEBOSH, IOSH etc PPE/Tools provided death in salary for an accident in work or out of work My client have been successfully manufacturing for years. Boasting one of the best reputations for hiring maintenance engineers and keeping hold of them. They are constantly innovating and bringing new ideas to the market, this has enabled them to grow from strength to strength and are currently expanding due to a full order book. They are looking for a further two electrically biased maintenance engineers, they will provide an unbeatable training including PLC training and on-going support to take you the next level of your electrical career. The Engineering Manager has been there since his apprenticeship and worked his way up so will show you the ropes and help follow the same career path if you want it. Benefits for the maintenance engineer: Great basic salary overtime Informal and formal training opportunities including in depth PLC training Bonus Progression into more senior roles down the line Great staff retention Experience required for the maintenance engineer: Qualified to level 3 (NVQ/C&G) or Apprenticeship served in an electrical discipline At least 5 years experience as a maintenance engineer maintaining/repairing special purpose machinery as an electrically biased maintenance engineer Any maintenance engineer from manufacturing or ex-forces welcome to apply FMCG, Food, plastic, packaging, Pharmaceutical, foundry, brick, distribution, automotive, metals, RAF, Navy, army, military, etc.
Electrical Maintenance Engineer £44,500 - £47,000 per annum + Overtime + Training + Development 4 on 4 off day & nights shift pattern Cupar, Scotland Are you a maintenance engineer with a strong electrical skillset? Are you looking for an exciting new role working for an industry leading food manufacturing company known for their regular overtime and excellent training, development and progression? Due to continued growth, my client is looking for a maintenance engineer to join their busy team working out of their state-of-the-art facility in Cupar. The successful candidate will be conducting service tasks, planned preventive maintenance and reactive repair work on a variety of process machinery. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a business going through a period of rapid expansion, currently employing over 1000 members of staff. If you are looking for variety and want to add genuine value to a business that can offer a secure, progressive role this is a great opportunity. For further details, please click apply and contact - REF4388 The Role: Maintenance Engineer - 4 on, 4 off pattern Service, Maintenance, and repair tasks Working on processing equipment The Candidate: Working experience as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer Knowledge of processing equipment Any industrial background elix sourcing solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Cupar Fife Edinburgh Fife Kirkaldy Dundee Mechanical Maintenance Electrical Fault Finding Troubleshooting FMCG Food Manufacturing Manufacturer Engineer Engineering Production Process Machinery 4on4off Shifts
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Electrical Maintenance Engineer £44,500 - £47,000 per annum + Overtime + Training + Development 4 on 4 off day & nights shift pattern Cupar, Scotland Are you a maintenance engineer with a strong electrical skillset? Are you looking for an exciting new role working for an industry leading food manufacturing company known for their regular overtime and excellent training, development and progression? Due to continued growth, my client is looking for a maintenance engineer to join their busy team working out of their state-of-the-art facility in Cupar. The successful candidate will be conducting service tasks, planned preventive maintenance and reactive repair work on a variety of process machinery. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a business going through a period of rapid expansion, currently employing over 1000 members of staff. If you are looking for variety and want to add genuine value to a business that can offer a secure, progressive role this is a great opportunity. For further details, please click apply and contact - REF4388 The Role: Maintenance Engineer - 4 on, 4 off pattern Service, Maintenance, and repair tasks Working on processing equipment The Candidate: Working experience as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer Knowledge of processing equipment Any industrial background elix sourcing solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Cupar Fife Edinburgh Fife Kirkaldy Dundee Mechanical Maintenance Electrical Fault Finding Troubleshooting FMCG Food Manufacturing Manufacturer Engineer Engineering Production Process Machinery 4on4off Shifts
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (4on4off Days/Nights) 45,000 - 50,000 + Specialist Training (including external qualifications) + Progression Available + Holiday + No Call Outs + Healthcare Assist Schemes Location Reading Are you a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to join a market-leading company that offers specialist internal training and external qualifications to develop your skills in being a go-to technical expert and progression into more senior positions? On offer is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a market-leading services provider that will heavily invest in your technical growth to become the best at what you do, whilst working on new cutting-edge machinery. The company is renowned within the Industrial Services industry. Due to continued success and investment, they are looking to expand and strengthen the Engineering department. Within this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the preventive maintenance and some reactive maintenance. There is great training included, so any Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineering background is encouraged to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Multi-skilled Engineer to join a nationwide market leader, receive specialist training to increase skills, and be offered the potential to progress into more senior positions and work on brand-new cutting-edge machinery. The Role: Preventive and reactive maintenance of the Production site Electrical and Mechanical fault finding, servicing, and installation. Shift based: 4 on 4 off - DAYS/NIGHTS - 7 am-pm/7 pm-am The Person: Multi-skilled Maintenance background Experience in FMCG, Food, or manufacturing background. Live commutable to Reading Ex Forces Considered Reference Number:(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Christopher Palmer at Rise Technical Recruitment. This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom.
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (4on4off Days/Nights) 45,000 - 50,000 + Specialist Training (including external qualifications) + Progression Available + Holiday + No Call Outs + Healthcare Assist Schemes Location Reading Are you a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to join a market-leading company that offers specialist internal training and external qualifications to develop your skills in being a go-to technical expert and progression into more senior positions? On offer is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a market-leading services provider that will heavily invest in your technical growth to become the best at what you do, whilst working on new cutting-edge machinery. The company is renowned within the Industrial Services industry. Due to continued success and investment, they are looking to expand and strengthen the Engineering department. Within this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the preventive maintenance and some reactive maintenance. There is great training included, so any Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineering background is encouraged to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Multi-skilled Engineer to join a nationwide market leader, receive specialist training to increase skills, and be offered the potential to progress into more senior positions and work on brand-new cutting-edge machinery. The Role: Preventive and reactive maintenance of the Production site Electrical and Mechanical fault finding, servicing, and installation. Shift based: 4 on 4 off - DAYS/NIGHTS - 7 am-pm/7 pm-am The Person: Multi-skilled Maintenance background Experience in FMCG, Food, or manufacturing background. Live commutable to Reading Ex Forces Considered Reference Number:(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Christopher Palmer at Rise Technical Recruitment. This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom.
Job Title: Engineering Manager Location: Northamptonshire Salary: £90,(Apply online only),000+ Benefits We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and transform the engineering function at a fast-paced food manufacturing site. This pivotal leadership role is responsible for shaping and delivering the site's engineering strategy, ensuring world-class reliability, safety, and efficiency. The Role As Engineering Manager, you will: Set and deliver the site's engineering strategy in line with business objectives. Lead, inspire, and develop engineering teams to achieve operational excellence. Drive continuous improvement through Lean, TPM, and reliability engineering practices. Ensure compliance with statutory, safety, environmental, and food safety standards. Oversee site utilities, compliance, and services management. Collaborate closely with Production, Planning, Quality, and Supply Chain to align priorities. Build future capability, embedding new ways of working across Engineering and Operations. What We're Looking For 10+ years' engineering experience, with 5+ in senior leadership within FMCG or food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of reliability engineering, asset care, and CI methodologies. Excellent leadership skills with a track record of building high-performing teams. Financial and commercial acumen with experience managing budgets and suppliers. High integrity, with a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and quality. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to take on a highly visible role, influencing both site engineering and wider operations strategy. You'll play a key part in driving business growth while developing future talent and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Apply now to take the next step in your engineering leadership career. Also known as: Senior Engineering Manager, Head of Engineering, Site Engineering Manager, Maintenance & Engineering Manager, Reliability & Engineering Manager, Engineering Operations Manager, Technical Services Manager, Plant Engineering Manager, Facilities & Engineering Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Engineering Manager Location: Northamptonshire Salary: £90,(Apply online only),000+ Benefits We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and transform the engineering function at a fast-paced food manufacturing site. This pivotal leadership role is responsible for shaping and delivering the site's engineering strategy, ensuring world-class reliability, safety, and efficiency. The Role As Engineering Manager, you will: Set and deliver the site's engineering strategy in line with business objectives. Lead, inspire, and develop engineering teams to achieve operational excellence. Drive continuous improvement through Lean, TPM, and reliability engineering practices. Ensure compliance with statutory, safety, environmental, and food safety standards. Oversee site utilities, compliance, and services management. Collaborate closely with Production, Planning, Quality, and Supply Chain to align priorities. Build future capability, embedding new ways of working across Engineering and Operations. What We're Looking For 10+ years' engineering experience, with 5+ in senior leadership within FMCG or food manufacturing. Strong knowledge of reliability engineering, asset care, and CI methodologies. Excellent leadership skills with a track record of building high-performing teams. Financial and commercial acumen with experience managing budgets and suppliers. High integrity, with a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and quality. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to take on a highly visible role, influencing both site engineering and wider operations strategy. You'll play a key part in driving business growth while developing future talent and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Apply now to take the next step in your engineering leadership career. Also known as: Senior Engineering Manager, Head of Engineering, Site Engineering Manager, Maintenance & Engineering Manager, Reliability & Engineering Manager, Engineering Operations Manager, Technical Services Manager, Plant Engineering Manager, Facilities & Engineering Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager