Maintenance Engineer
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (days/nights)
Locations: Leicester
Salary: £50,000

• 23 days annual leave bank holidays 
• Health care cash back plans 
• Death in service 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Training and development opportunities 

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer to join a busy, 24/7 operation. Reporting to the Engineering Shift Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining and ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of plant and machinery that supports continuous manufacturing and supply chain activities.

• Perform both planned and reactive electrical and mechanical maintenance across multiple sites

• Maintain machinery, equipment, and tools to ensure safety and optimal performance

• Collaborate with production teams to minimise downtime and implement preventative maintenance

• Investigate and diagnose causes of breakdowns and faults, ensuring repairs are recorded for trend analysis

• Manage the safe and efficient use of materials including consumables and chemicals

• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards

• Maintain and improve engineering systems such as CMMS, KPIs, shift handovers, audits, and safety reviews

• Coordinate and oversee third-party engineering contractors on site

• Safeguard the wellbeing of all site personnel

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven multi-skilled engineering experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment

• Strong mechanical, electrical, and building maintenance capabilities including control systems and utilities

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles and their practical application

• Knowledge of health & safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements

• Experience working shift patterns, including night shifts, ideally on automated sites

• Excellent communication skills with a logical, methodical approach to problem-solving

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and challenging situations calmly and efficiently

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential

If you are a multi-skilled maintenance engineer based in Leicester get in touch with Josh Sharkey from Stirling Warrington for this role or any other role in the East Midlands.