SimWest Engineering Recruitment
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Engineer at SimWest Engineering Recruitment, based in Blackburn, Lancashire, paying £48,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £48,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Blackburn, Lancashire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Maintenance Engineer
About 10% above the going rate for maintenance engineer
Reference careers/maintenance-engineer-lancashire-sw0141-28282
About the role
Meet Our Recruiter
Stephen SimpsonDirector/Engineering Recruiter[phone removed][email removed]About the Role
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
- Location: Blackburn, Lancashire
- Basic Salary of £48,000 + Up to £7,000 Bonus + Paid Overtime
- Hours: Monday–Friday | Rotating Early & Afternoon Shifts
- Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
No Regular Nights | No Regular Weekends
Are you a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a position that offers a good work-life balance and the opportunity to make a genuine difference within a growing manufacturing business?
We're recruiting for a well-established Blackburn manufacturer that is investing in its engineering team, improving machinery reliability and driving operational improvements.
You'll join a friendly, close-knit engineering team where colleagues support one another, share knowledge and take pride in keeping production running.
Working Hours – No Regular Nights or Weekends
This Maintenance Engineer position offers a Monday–Friday rotating shift pattern:
Week 1: 6am – 2pm
Week 2: 2pm – 10pm
Any night or weekend working would only be for additional overtime or occasional cover.
The Role
As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining production equipment, resolving breakdowns and improving machinery reliability.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Planned preventative and reactive maintenance.
- Mechanical and electrical fault-finding and repairs.
- Diagnosing breakdowns and minimising production downtime.
- Identifying recurring faults and improving equipment reliability.
- Supporting engineering improvements and continuous improvement projects.
- Working closely with production and engineering colleagues.
It's not just about fixing breakdowns. The company wants to take a more proactive approach to maintenance, giving you the opportunity to contribute ideas and make practical improvements.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer who can bring:
- Maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment.
- A good mix of mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
- Experience in planned and reactive maintenance.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and equipment reliability.
- A positive, team-focused attitude.
Why Join This Business?
This Maintenance Engineer opportunity combines the close-knit feel and flexibility of an independently run manufacturer with the financial stability and investment of a larger group.
It's an established, growing business with a supportive engineering team and a genuine commitment to improving its manufacturing operations.
Salary & Benefits
- Basic Salary of £48,000 + Up to £7,000 Bonus + Paid Overtime
- 33 days holiday, including bank holidays
- Healthcare Scheme
- Company Pension
- Life assurance
Interested?
Apply today, or contact SimWest Engineering Recruitment for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.
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