Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
| Posting date: | 22 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £45,000.0 to £60,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £56,500 + Excellent Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 August 2025 |
| Location: | Deeside, Cheshire, CH5 2NN |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4707789_1753177178 |
Summary
Your new company
Join a globally respected organisation known for its commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and long-term investment in its people and technology. With a recent multi-million-pound investment into UK operations, this company offers a secure and forward-thinking environment where employees are empowered to grow and thrive.
Your new role
In this role, you'll be at the heart of a fast-paced, highly automated production environment, ensuring equipment runs smoothly and efficiently. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues on advanced CNC machinery, robotics, and conveyor systems controlled by PLCs.
- Carrying out scheduled preventative maintenance and reacting swiftly to unplanned breakdowns to reduce downtime.
- Partnering with production and engineering teams to enhance equipment reliability and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and contributing to long-term solutions through root-cause analysis.
What you'll need to succeed
- A time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in a mechanical or electrical discipline.
- Hands-on experience maintaining high-speed, automated manufacturing equipment.
- Strong fault-finding skills on PLC systems (e.g., Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron).
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and the flexibility to work a Panama shift schedule.
What you'll get in return
- A competitive basic salary of £56,600, inclusive of shift allowance.
- Annual bonus and a total package exceeding £60,000 plus industry-leading pension contributions.
- Up to 18% combined pension contribution (employer and employee).
- Private healthcare, life assurance, and access to exclusive employee finance schemes.
- World-class training and a personalised development plan to support your career progression from day one.
What you need to do now
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