Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Location: Belper / Derbyshire

Job Type: Permanent | Full‑Time

Shifts: Rotating Days & Afternoons (No Nights)

A long‑term maintenance role in a modern, highly automated manufacturing environment.

We are recruiting a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well‑established manufacturing site near Belper / Derby. The business operates a highly automated production facility and places strong emphasis on engineering standards, employee development, and long‑term stability.

This role offers the chance to work with modern equipment, within a structured shift pattern that supports a healthy work-life balance.

The Role

You will be part of a skilled on‑site engineering team responsible for maintaining the performance and reliability of automated production machinery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
• Electrical and mechanical fault‑finding to minimise downtime
• Working with PLC‑controlled systems, motors, drives, sensors, and pneumatics
• Supporting continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Accurately completing maintenance records using a CMMS
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and to site standards
• Working closely with production and engineering colleagues

Skills & Experience

This role would suit an engineer with a balanced electrical and mechanical background in a manufacturing setting.

Essential:

• Experience within a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance capability
• Experience carrying out PPM and fault‑finding activities
• A proactive, professional approach to engineering work

Desirable:

• Exposure to PLC fault‑finding or automation systems
• Experience using CMMS software
• Relevant engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent)

Shift Pattern

Rotating shifts:

• 06:00 - 14:30
• 14:30 - 23:00

Fridays:

• 06:00 - 12:00
• 12:00 - 18:00

✅ No night shifts but could be implemented if business requires

✅ Predictable, structured rotation

What's On Offer

• Permanent position with long‑term job security
• Competitive salary plus performance‑related bonus up to £1,500
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Ongoing training, upskilling, and development opportunities
• Clear career progression within engineering
• Employer with Gold Investors in People accreditation
• Positive, well‑run site with strong engineering support

Apply

If you are a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer based in or around the East midlands and are looking for a permanent role offering a technical challenge, stability, and a structured shift pattern, please click apply - we would be pleased to hear from you

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