Maintenance & Facilities Engineer Location: Wigston Commutable from: Leicester, Wigston, Oadby, Lutterworth, Market Harborough, Hinckley, Nuneaton, Coalville, Melton Mowbray and Loughborough. Hours: Monday to Friday | Rotating Mornings & Afternoons * Week 1: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM * Week 2: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (1:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday) Starting Salary: £43,000 P/A + £3,000 Shift Allowance Realistic Earnings: £47,000+ P/A (Bonus & Overtime) Benefits * £3,000 Annual Shift Allowance * 2% Annual Bonus * 28 Days Holiday with the option to purchase an additional 5 days * 8% NEST Pension * Overtime paid at 1.5x or Time Off in Lieu * Healthcare & Life Assurance * Employee Tool Discount * Uniform & PPE Provided * Ongoing training including Mechanical, PLC, Design and 3D Printing * Free On-site Parking * Long weekend every other week due to the shift pattern The Business Auxtronic is partnered with a well-established distribution and engineering business supplying industrial customers throughout the UK and internationally. Operating from a modern, highly automated distribution facility, the site has benefited from significant investment in automation, material handling equipment and engineering infrastructure, creating a clean, organised and technically advanced working environment. Backed by a financially secure global parent company, the business continues to invest heavily in its people, facilities and technology, offering excellent long-term career stability and development opportunities. The Role: Maintenance & Facilities Engineer * Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across the automated distribution centre and head office. * Respond to electrical and mechanical breakdowns, carrying out fault finding and repairs. * Maintain conveyor systems, sortation equipment, pallet wrappers, barcode scanners, automatic doors and associated control systems. * Complete electrical testing, repairs, upgrades and installation projects across the facility. * Support facilities maintenance including lighting, fire alarms, CCTV, sprinkler systems, cabling and general building services. * Assist with continuous improvement projects and site upgrades. * Work closely with the wider engineering team to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime. Entry Requirements Qualifications: City & Guilds, NVQ or BTEC Level 3 in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, ideally gained through a recognised apprenticeship. Experience: * Previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer, Facilities Engineer or Multi-Skilled Engineer. * Backgrounds considered include Distribution, Logistics, Manufacturing, FMCG, Warehousing or Automated Material Handling. * Experience maintaining automated machinery and electrical systems. Skills: * Strong electrical fault-finding ability. * Mechanical maintenance experience. * Comfortable carrying out both facilities and production equipment maintenance. * A proactive approach with good communication skills. Why Join? This role offers an excellent balance between automated machinery maintenance and facilities engineering, providing a varied workload across a modern distribution environment. With continued investment in automation, structured training and a supportive engineering team, it's an ideal opportunity for an engineer looking to broaden their skills while enjoying excellent long-term stability and progression. About Auxtronic Auxtronic is a leading engineering recruitment specialist partnering with manufacturers, distribution centres and automation businesses across the UK and Europe. We recruit Maintenance Engineers, Multi-Skilled Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Facilities Engineers, Project Engineers and Engineering Managers across Manufacturing, Distribution, FMCG, Logistics, Packaging and Automation. Auxtronic acts as a third-party employment consultant on behalf of our client and is committed to equal opportunities, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to trust us with their career progression
Maintenance Engineer in Wigston Magna employer: Auxtronic Ltd
Auxtronic is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment for Lead Electricians in the East Midlands. With competitive salaries, extensive benefits including a fully expensed company van, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional development through formal training, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive within the company. The collaborative culture and commitment to quality service ensure that you will be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and invests in your future.
