Maintenance Engineer

We are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of an FMCG manufacturer for a skilled Maintenance Engineer. This role involves providing both electrical and mechanical support across the site, combining hands-on maintenance with continuous improvement initiatives to minimise downtime and optimise performance. The ideal candidate would be either mechanically biased or multi-skilled.

Maintenance Engineer
Salary: Up to £55000
Location: Peterborough
Shift Pattern: 42 Hours Per Week, Days and Nights

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnose and repair a wide range of manufacturing equipment used in FMCG production
Perform both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance, with a strong focus on minimising downtime
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across operations
Conduct fault finding on both electrical and mechanical systems
Work with SCADA systems (or similar) and demonstrate basic PLC knowledgeRequirements:

Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Engineering Technician, Maintenance Technician, or Electrical Maintenance Engineer)
Formal qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds), supported by relevant training and experience
Experience using CMMS or EAM systems
Proven track record of contributing to continuous improvement activitiesIf this opportunity is of interest, please apply or contact for further information
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed