At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure production runs smoothly with proactive maintenance and quick repairs.
- Company: Join a leading manufacturer on the Fylde Coast with a strong growth trajectory.
- Benefits: Earn £45,000 - £50,000, enjoy stable hours, and gain qualifications.
- Other info: Great career prospects with potential for permanent position after 2 years.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Apprenticeship trained, ideally multi-skilled in mechanical and electrical.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
We're working with a highly successful, market‑leading manufacturer on the Fylde Coast that continues to go from strength to strength. With significant investment and a strong pipeline of growth, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established business where engineering plays a key role in operational success.
This role is offered on a 2-year fixed‑term contract, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent due to ongoing growth and investment. This position sits within a fast‑paced manufacturing and packaging environment, offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact on reliability and performance.
The Role
- As a Reliability Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for keeping production running efficiently through a proactive and reactive maintenance approach.
- Carry out breakdown repairs across manufacturing and packaging equipment.
- Support production teams to minimise downtime and maximise output.
- Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities.
- Identify and implement reliability improvements to reduce repeat failures.
- Work with CMMS systems to manage maintenance tasks and spares.
- Assist in developing apprentices and sharing engineering knowledge.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
- Maintain high standards of health & safety and housekeeping.
Candidate Profile
- Apprenticeship trained.
- Ideally multi‑skilled (mechanical & electrical).
- 18th Edition desirable (training can be provided).
- Experience within manufacturing, packaging, or similar environments.
- Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving ability.
- Experience with planned and reactive maintenance.
- Comfortable working independently and within a team.
- Knowledge of CMMS systems is advantageous.
Benefits
- £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.
- 40 hours per week.
- Rotating shift pattern.
- 2-year FTC with strong potential to go permanent.
- Opportunity to gain further qualifications (including 18th Edition).
- Stable, growing business with long‑term career prospects.
Reability Maintenance Engineer in Fleetwood employer: KPI Recruiting Ltd
Join a thriving market-leading manufacturer on the Fylde Coast, where your role as a Reliability Maintenance Engineer will be pivotal in driving operational success. With a commitment to employee development and a culture that values innovation and teamwork, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, opportunities for further qualifications, and the potential for long-term career growth in a stable environment. Experience a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and continuous improvement, making this an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
