Key Responsibilities

As our Night Maintenance Engineer, you will be the go-to expert on shift, ensuring production downtime is kept to an absolute minimum. Your day-to-day duties include:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and responding swiftly to reactive breakdowns.
• Diagnosing and fault-finding on:
  • Electrical systems (PLCs, control panels, three-phase motors)
  • Mechanical machinery (conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes)
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects, optimising machinery efficiency and safety.
• Maintaining accurate shift logs and handovers.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must be an apprentice-trained engineer with relevant qualifications, such as:
  • NVQ Level 3
  • City & Guilds
  • Or an equivalent recognised certification

Skills & Experience:

• A true multi-skilled background with a 50/50 split in mechanical and electrical skills.
  • Demonstrable confidence in wiring motors and changing bearings.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing, FMCG, or automated production environment (highly desirable).
• Strong autonomy and ability to work independently during night shifts.

Attitude:

• Proactive fault-finder with strong ownership mindset.
• Ability to take full responsibility for the site during your shift.

Company Commitment

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. This role adheres strictly to the Equality Act 2010, and no part of the role description discriminates based on protected characteristics.

We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments/modifications in support of applications. Additionally, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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