via reed · 25 June 2026 ·2 days ago

Maintenance Engineer

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment
Skelmersdale Full-time GBP 60,000 – 60,000
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Join a market-leading food manufacturer at a modern, highly automated production facility in Skelmersdale. Due to continued growth and investment, we’re looking for electrically biased Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineers to strengthen an established and well-structured engineering team.

You’ll be working within a large, state-of-the-art site that benefits from significant ongoing investment in both equipment and people. With strong maintenance processes, healthy engineering budgets, and a supportive team culture, this is an environment where engineers are genuinely valued and developed.

The business is committed to continuous improvement, training, and long-term career progression, making this an excellent opportunity for engineers who enjoy working in a fast-paced, forward-thinking manufacturing environment with modern technology and high engineering standards.

Benefits:

  • Salary of £60k

  • Quarterly Bonus (£1,400 - £3,200 annually)

  • Plus paid Overtime

  • Subsidised canteen

  • Staff discounts

  • 23 Shifts leave + your birthday off !

  • Critical Illness Cover, Salary Sacrifice Scheme for Electric Cars , Discounted gym membership plus more ….

Shift Pattern:
  • Panama Shifts – Days and Nights (12 hours) (3s & 2s) (2 weeks Days then 2 weeks Nights)

Key Responsibilities of Maintenance Engineer:
  • Deliver hands-on engineering support to keep production running smoothly

  • Perform both reactive and planned maintenance

  • Use CMMS system to record and track maintenance activities

  • Work closely with production to meet performance goals

  • Follow safety and repair best practices at all times

  • Contribute to continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives

  • Be part of a collaborative, supportive engineering team with a strong culture of teamwork

What We’re Looking For:
  • Time-served or apprenticeship-trained engineer

  • Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 and BTEC, ONC/HNC preferred)

  • Strong electrical skillset

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment

  • A positive, proactive mindset and a team player

  • Eagerness to grow, learn, and contribute to a forward-thinking engineering department

To Apply:

If you're an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a role with long-term career potential in a stable, forward-thinking company — we’d love to hear from you!

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