Contract Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Outside IR35 £45.00 P/hr Loughborough Mainly 14:00-22:00 but occasionally 06:00 - 14:00 SF Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join an established manufacturing business based in Loughborough. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join a busy production environment, providing both reactive and planned maintenance support across a range of automated manufacturing equipment. The successful candidate will be electrically and mechanically competent, with strong fault-finding abilities and experience working on automated production lines, robotics and packaging machinery. The role will predominantly involve working afternoon shifts (14:00-22:00), although flexibility to rotate onto mornings (06:00-14:00) will be required depending on business needs. The Role Carry out reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across a range of manufacturing and production equipment. Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical and control system faults to minimise production downtime. Maintain and troubleshoot automated production lines, robotic systems and packaging machinery. Provide hands‑on engineering support to production teams, responding quickly to breakdowns and operational issues. Support machinery installations, modifications and engineering improvement projects. Identify recurring equipment faults and implement improvements to increase reliability and efficiency. Work closely with production teams and fellow engineers to ensure effective shift handovers. Record maintenance activities accurately using CMMS systems. Support continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis. Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with health and safety procedures. Provide occasional engineering support across other local sites when required. The Candidate Previous experience working as a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Technician or similar within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong electrical and mechanical fault‑finding skills. Experience maintaining automated production lines, robotics or packaging machinery. Confident diagnosing breakdowns and working independently in a fast‑paced production environment. Experience with motors, drives, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics and associated industrial equipment. PLC fault‑finding experience, ideally Siemens, would be advantageous. A recognised engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3, City
Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer employer: SF Partners
SF Partners is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and entrepreneurial work culture that prioritises employee development and impact. With ambitious growth plans and a commitment to investing in its people, this Private Equity backed business provides unique opportunities for career advancement, particularly for finance professionals looking to transition into leadership roles. The hybrid working model further enhances work-life balance, making it an attractive place for talented individuals to thrive.
