Senior Maintenance Engineer
Reading Full-Time, Permanent
Competitive Salary + Rotating Shifts + On-Call Rota + Career Progression
Are you an experienced maintenance professional ready to take the next step into leadership? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where no two days are the same?
We re looking for a Senior Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic team in Reading. You ll play a key role in supporting the Head of Engineering, leading a team of engineers, and keeping our plant and machinery running at peak performance.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a strong maintenance background whether in manufacturing, facilities, warehousing, food production, or another industrial setting who s looking to step into a position with clear progression to Engineering Manager.
What You ll Be Doing
- Leading planned and reactive maintenance across plant and equipment
- Supporting and mentoring a small team of engineers and assistants
- Working closely with production to minimise downtime
- Taking ownership of maintenance planning and spare parts inventory
- Stepping in for the Head of Engineering as needed in meetings and audits
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives across the site
What We re Looking For
- 5+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in a busy industrial or commercial environment
- A team player with proven leadership or mentoring experience
- Technically strong, with good knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems
- Forward-thinking and solutions-focused, with a desire to progress
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts and cover call-outs when needed
Desirable Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
- 18th Edition (for electrical bias)
- Steam, gas or boiler qualifications (e.g. BOAS, COCN1) an advantage
- IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety training desirable
Why Join Us?
We re a well-established and growing operation that values our people. You ll have the opportunity to shape the future of the engineering department and step into a leadership role with full support. If you re ambitious, capable, and ready for a challenge we d love to hear from you.
Shift Pattern (3-Week Rotation)
- Week 1 (Early): 05 00
- Week 2 (Standard): 07 30
- Week 3 (Late): 14 00
Participation in an on-call rota is also required.
To Apply:
Please send your CV or get in touch directly with Jon Glas at CV Bay Ltd to discuss this opportunity further. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Contact Detail:
CV Bay Ltd Recruiting Team