via Reed · 15 September 2026 ·7 days ago

Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer

Talent Guardian
Knighton Full-time
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Talent Guardian is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing FMCG manufacturer in Knighton for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy engineering department within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll help keep production and site equipment operating reliably through planned maintenance, effective fault-finding and a rapid response to breakdowns.
What you'll be doing

  • Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance across a wide range of production and site equipment.

  • Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and complete effective repairs.

  • Respond quickly to breakdowns and minimise production downtime.

  • Work closely with production teams to improve equipment reliability and performance.

  • Support continuous improvement projects across the manufacturing site.

  • Maintain accurate maintenance records using the CMMS.

  • Ensure all work complies with site health, safety and engineering procedures.

  • Identify recurring faults and recommend long-term improvements.

What we're looking for
  • A time-served engineer with a minimum Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline.

  • Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance capabilities.

  • Previous engineering experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

  • Confident fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

  • A proactive and hands-on approach to maintenance.

  • The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an engineering team.

  • PLC fault-finding and interrogation experience would be advantageous.

  • Experience within FMCG manufacturing would be beneficial.

Hours
You'll work a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern, rotating between:
  • 6:00am-6:00pm

  • 6:00pm-6:00am

The shift rotates between days and nights every two blocks.
Benefits
  • Salary of circa £45,000, depending on experience and qualifications

  • Employee benefits and rewards platform

  • Company pension

  • Employee assistance programme and wellbeing portal

  • Training and development opportunities

  • Long-service awards

  • Refer-a-friend scheme

  • Company events

  • Discounted company products

If you're a qualified Multi-Skilled Engineer looking to join a growing FMCG manufacturer where your work will have a genuine impact on production performance and reliability, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV or contact Talent Guardian for further information.

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