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Maintenance Engineer

Talent Guardian
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Widnes, Cheshire WA8 7NS, England

Salary

£48,000 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job title is Multi-Skilled Engineer, with a salary of £48,000.
  • Candidates are required to have strong experience in electrical and mechanical fault finding, including PLC troubleshooting.
  • Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing pneumatic systems, conducting mechanical work, and performing welding and fabrication tasks.
  • The role operates Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional Saturday overtime at a 1.25x rate.
  • The position is suitable for individuals with experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment.
  • Hammac Hansella and Klick Lock machines
  • Maintain and repair pneumatic systems
  • Perform welding and fabrication tasks
Job Title: Multi-Skilled EngineerLocation:Salary:£48,000 Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM (No weekends as standard, occasional Saturday overtime at 1.25x rate)About Us:Talent Guardian are recruiting for our client who is seeking a talented Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team. With a mix of older and newer machinery, including Hammac Hansella and Klick Lock machines. The role involves  maintaining high production standards while working towards equipment upgrades. This is a stand-alone role reporting to the Managing Director, Finance Manager, and Operations Manager.Key Responsibilities:
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and PLC faults to minimize downtime.
  • Maintain and repair pneumatic systems, including air pistons and solenoid valves.
  • Conduct mechanical work, including bearings and gearbox maintenance.
  • Perform welding and fabrication tasks as needed.
  • Set up and configure new machinery to ensure seamless production.
  • Execute planned and preventative maintenance with detailed job maintenance sheets.
  • Electrical qualification (minimum requirement to be confirmed).
  • Strong experience in electrical and mechanical fault finding, including PLC troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment.
  • Familiarity with VFFS bagging machines (total of 12 machines).
  • Ability to manage spare parts and general fabrication maintenance.
  • Extrusion machine experience is beneficial but not essential. Training provided.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Working Conditions & Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
  • 3% pension contribution.
  • Christmas period off (3 days taken from holiday entitlement in 2025).
  • No mid-year shutdown for maintenance.
  • On-site parking.
  • Access to kitchen facilities (fridge, microwave).
  • Engineering workshop available.
Join a dedicated team in a role that offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a significant impact! Apply today!

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