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Maintenance Engineer

Job details
Posting date: 28 July 2025
Salary: £57,700 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 27 August 2025
Location: Skelmersdale, North West, WN8 9PS
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Meridian Business Support
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 57402193

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Summary

NOW HIRING: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Skelmersdale, UK
Salary: £57,700 + Bonus + Benefits
Shifts: Panama Shifts, Days & Nights, 12-hour shifts -3s & 2s.
Join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment where your skills make a real impact.

We’re looking for a highly skilled and motivated Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to help drive operational excellence in a dynamic and supportive food production facility. If you're passionate about problem-solving, proactive maintenance, and continuous improvement, this could be your next big career move.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform planned and preventative maintenance using your mechanical, electrical, and control systems expertise
- Investigate equipment failures, conduct root cause analysis, and implement long-term fixes
- Support technical development of colleagues and share knowledge across the team
- Contribute to site-wide continuous improvement and project initiatives
- Oversee contractor activity with a focus on safety and compliance

What You’ll Need:

- Time-served apprenticeship with an Electrical bias (18th Edition desirable)
- Strong knowledge of PLC systems (Allen Bradley or Siemens experience beneficial)
- Familiarity with SCADA systems, fault diagnosis, and high-speed manufacturing
- A team-focused mindset with a drive to coach, support, and improve
- Confident working independently and leading on technical challenges

What’s On Offer:
Annual Salary – £57,700 (includes shift allowance)
Quarterly Bonus – Performance-driven rewards
Pension – 10% employer contribution when you contribute 5%
23 Days Holiday + Your Birthday Off (plus buy/sell up to 3 days)
Electric Car Scheme via salary sacrifice
Health & Wellbeing Support – Virtual GP, Digital Physiotherapy, Gym Discounts
On-Site Canteen & Staff Discount Shop
Cycle to Work Scheme
Long Service Awards & More
️ Free On-Site Parking & Provided PPE

Step into a role where every shift is an opportunity to grow, improve, and make a difference.
If you're ready to take on new challenges and be part of a high-performing engineering team—apply today for immediate consideration!

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