Maintenance Engineer
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (days only) 
Locations: Leicester
Salary: £48,000

• 23 days annual leave bank holidays 
• Enhanced company pension up to 7% employer contributions
• Health care cash back plans 
• Death in service 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Training and development opportunities 
• OT available paid at 1.5x

We are looking for either a mechanical or electrical maintenance engineer to join a busy operation in Leicester. 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

• 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.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven engineering experience within a manufacturing environment

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

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

• 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 interested get in touch with Josh Sharkey from Stirling Warrington for this role or any other maintenance role in the East Midlands.

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