Multi Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer
| Posting date: | 22 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £52,200 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 May 2026 |
| Location: | Old Leake, Boston |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Workforce Unlimited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 28664670 |
Summary
Multi Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer
£52,200 a year
Hours of work are 7am – 7pm / 7pm – 7am, 4 on 4 off shift system (12 hour shifts – rotating through days and nights). Permanent.
This is based near Old Leake - own transport will be required to get to site.
Our Client wants their engineers to have the autonomy to find improvements that can be made, order the relevant parts through our stores, and make the improvement. This not only improves the safety and performance of how the machinery runs, but it also makes the job they do more engaging and ultimately more enjoyable.
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will use your engineering knowledge and skills as a team in the upkeep and improvement of this factory, its amenities, and its production equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of machinery and systems. Including: Automated, network-linked milling, process, and packing equipment, Gas fired ovens, Mill equipment designed to grind, sieve, store and handle ingredients, Extruders and mixers, Conveying systems with associated motors and drive systems, QR coded CMMS system, Forklift trucks, cherry picker & scissor lift, Lighting & electrical supplies, Steam boiler with associated pipework and valves, Hydraulics and pneumatics, Site amenities, Diagnose and troubleshoot breakdowns, minimising downtime and ensuring quick resolution.
Work collaboratively with production teams to optimise equipment performance.
Contribute to improvement projects as part of our ongoing investment in the facility.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with health & safety standards.
What They’re Looking For:
They are looking for someone who is passionate about engineering, takes pride in problem-solving, and is committed to maintaining high safety standards while keeping equipment running efficiently. The ideal candidate will bring strong multi-skilled expertise, with qualifications in both electrical and mechanical maintenance, and will work effectively within a collaborative, shift-based team where clear communication is essential. An awareness of energy efficiency and a genuine commitment to supporting sustainability goals are also key attributes for this role.
What We Offer:
In return, you’ll be joining a close-knit, family-focused team where your contribution is genuinely valued. This is an exciting time to come on board, with a £10 million investment driving growth and modernisation across the business. You’ll also benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression, all while working for a company that is committed to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact.
Our Client likes to invest in their engineers, so if there are skills that you feel aren’t strong, we’ll do what we can to improve these; for example,
Mechanically biased engineers with electrical experience but without the qualifications, we offer a 15-day Industrial Electrical Maintenance course, and this will allow you to obtain the following:
> EAL Level 3 in Industrial and Panel Wiring
> C&G Fundamental Electrical Principles and Practices for Industrial Practices
> C&G 2391-52 Initial Inspection and Periodic Testing of Electrical Installations
Electrically biased engineers with a passion for PLCs, we offer:
> C&G PLC course
or instead, for those who prefer to strengthen their electrical testing skills
> C&G 2391-52 Initial Inspection and Periodic Testing of Electrical Installations
With these courses, if they’re required to carry out your duties, they’ll get you on them as soon as possible.
Welcome Bonus: You will automatically receive £150 after successfully completing your probationary period, plus a further £150 3 months later.
Site wide bonus scheme based on the companies and individuals’ performance.
Benefits:
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
If you are interested in this position and have experience, please email your CV to laura@workforceunlimited.com or call on 01205 355899 to discuss this role further.
Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to all candidates. If you have not had a response from us from within 7 days from applying then please assume that your application was unsuccessful.
Workforce Unlimited is a Recruitment Agency and acting on behalf of a Client. By submitting your CV or application to Workforce Unlimited, you are consenting to your details being forwarded onto our Client in relation to the position applied for and, unless advised otherwise, we will retain your information for consideration for future relevant vacancies for a limited time.
£52,200 a year
Hours of work are 7am – 7pm / 7pm – 7am, 4 on 4 off shift system (12 hour shifts – rotating through days and nights). Permanent.
This is based near Old Leake - own transport will be required to get to site.
Our Client wants their engineers to have the autonomy to find improvements that can be made, order the relevant parts through our stores, and make the improvement. This not only improves the safety and performance of how the machinery runs, but it also makes the job they do more engaging and ultimately more enjoyable.
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will use your engineering knowledge and skills as a team in the upkeep and improvement of this factory, its amenities, and its production equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of machinery and systems. Including: Automated, network-linked milling, process, and packing equipment, Gas fired ovens, Mill equipment designed to grind, sieve, store and handle ingredients, Extruders and mixers, Conveying systems with associated motors and drive systems, QR coded CMMS system, Forklift trucks, cherry picker & scissor lift, Lighting & electrical supplies, Steam boiler with associated pipework and valves, Hydraulics and pneumatics, Site amenities, Diagnose and troubleshoot breakdowns, minimising downtime and ensuring quick resolution.
Work collaboratively with production teams to optimise equipment performance.
Contribute to improvement projects as part of our ongoing investment in the facility.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with health & safety standards.
What They’re Looking For:
They are looking for someone who is passionate about engineering, takes pride in problem-solving, and is committed to maintaining high safety standards while keeping equipment running efficiently. The ideal candidate will bring strong multi-skilled expertise, with qualifications in both electrical and mechanical maintenance, and will work effectively within a collaborative, shift-based team where clear communication is essential. An awareness of energy efficiency and a genuine commitment to supporting sustainability goals are also key attributes for this role.
What We Offer:
In return, you’ll be joining a close-knit, family-focused team where your contribution is genuinely valued. This is an exciting time to come on board, with a £10 million investment driving growth and modernisation across the business. You’ll also benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression, all while working for a company that is committed to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact.
Our Client likes to invest in their engineers, so if there are skills that you feel aren’t strong, we’ll do what we can to improve these; for example,
Mechanically biased engineers with electrical experience but without the qualifications, we offer a 15-day Industrial Electrical Maintenance course, and this will allow you to obtain the following:
> EAL Level 3 in Industrial and Panel Wiring
> C&G Fundamental Electrical Principles and Practices for Industrial Practices
> C&G 2391-52 Initial Inspection and Periodic Testing of Electrical Installations
Electrically biased engineers with a passion for PLCs, we offer:
> C&G PLC course
or instead, for those who prefer to strengthen their electrical testing skills
> C&G 2391-52 Initial Inspection and Periodic Testing of Electrical Installations
With these courses, if they’re required to carry out your duties, they’ll get you on them as soon as possible.
Welcome Bonus: You will automatically receive £150 after successfully completing your probationary period, plus a further £150 3 months later.
Site wide bonus scheme based on the companies and individuals’ performance.
Benefits:
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
If you are interested in this position and have experience, please email your CV to laura@workforceunlimited.com or call on 01205 355899 to discuss this role further.
Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to all candidates. If you have not had a response from us from within 7 days from applying then please assume that your application was unsuccessful.
Workforce Unlimited is a Recruitment Agency and acting on behalf of a Client. By submitting your CV or application to Workforce Unlimited, you are consenting to your details being forwarded onto our Client in relation to the position applied for and, unless advised otherwise, we will retain your information for consideration for future relevant vacancies for a limited time.