Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Job Summary:

We are looking for a proactive and versatile Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment to ensure maximum equipment uptime and safe, efficient plant operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and emergency mechanical and electrical maintenance on production machinery, utilities, and facilities equipment.

• Diagnose faults, repair, and replace defective parts promptly to minimize downtime.

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) according to schedules and record all work completed.

• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards at all times.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete shift reports as required.

• Work collaboratively with production and operations teams to resolve issues effectively.

• Recommend improvements to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.

• Keep spare parts inventory updated and liaise with suppliers when necessary.

• Participate in training and development to maintain up-to-date skills and certifications.

Requirements:

• Relevant technical qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (e.g., NVQ, HNC, HND, or equivalent).

• Proven experience in a similar multi-skilled maintenance role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (pumps, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics) and electrical systems (motors, control panels, PLCs).

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and drawings.

• Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

• Flexible approach to working hours, including shift work and call-outs if required.

• Strong commitment to health and safety.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working with PLCs and automated production lines.

• 17th/18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (if electrical bias).

• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).