At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and enhance production machinery.
- Company: Join a dynamic manufacturing operation in Skelmersdale with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Earn £20.48 per hour plus shift allowance, with overtime opportunities and full training.
- Other info: Enjoy a permanent role with rotating shifts and excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical/electrical maintenance; NVQ Level 3 preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 20.48 - 20.48 £ per hour.
Salary: £20.48 per hour + 55p per hour shift allowance
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Shift Maintenance Engineer to join a busy manufacturing operation in Skelmersdale. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding and machine modifications across a range of fast-paced, high-accuracy production equipment.
The Role
- Carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance and fault finding
- Respond to breakdowns and minimise production downtime
- Modify and improve machinery where required
- Diagnose faults and confidently improvise practical repairs when necessary
- Maintain equipment ranging from conveyor systems to industry specific production machinery
- Work closely with the production team to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently
About You
- Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance is essential
- Candidates with a strong mechanical or electrical bias will also be considered
- Ideally NVQ Level 3 qualified or equivalent
- Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment would be beneficial
- Print industry experience would be advantageous but is not essential
- Experience with milling and lathe work would be preferred
- PLC and hydraulics experience is not essential
- A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to find solutions and work with what is available
- Full training will be provided on the site-specific machinery.
Shift Pattern
06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00, rotating weekly. Monday-Friday. You will initially work on day shifts before shadowing an experienced team member and moving onto shifts independently.
Salary & Benefits
- £20.48 per hour
- 55p per hour shift allowance
- Approx. £41,000 per annum
- Overtime paid at time and a half Monday–Saturday
- Double time on Sundays
- Permanent position
- Full training provided
- Excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a specialist manufacturing environment
Shift Maintenance Engineer in Skelmersdale employer: Confidential
As a leading employer in the data centre operations sector, we offer an exceptional work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and accountability, while our commitment to safety and operational excellence ensures that you will be part of a team that values your contributions. With opportunities for international travel and the chance to lead critical operations across the EMEA region, this role provides a unique platform for impactful leadership and career advancement.
