Location: Matlock, Derbyshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: 6am-2pm/ 2pm-10pm/ 10pm-6am, Monday to Friday.
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing operation based in Matlock, Derbyshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer to join a busy production environment, playing a key role in maintaining plant and machinery, minimising downtime and ensuring production equipment operates safely and efficiently.
The successful candidate will be electrically or mechanically biased, with a strong all-round engineering skill set and experience working within a manufacturing or industrial environment. You will be responsible for both planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support, helping to improve equipment reliability and overall plant performance.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across production machinery, plant and associated equipment.
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Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults to minimise production downtime.
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Respond to breakdowns, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
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Work on a range of industrial machinery, motors, gearboxes, pumps, conveyors and associated equipment.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machine reliability, efficiency and performance.
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Assist with equipment installations, modifications and upgrades where required.
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Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure all work is completed in line with site procedures.
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Work closely with production teams to identify recurring faults and opportunities for improvement.
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Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health and safety requirements, including safe isolation procedures.
The Ideal Candidate
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Previous experience as a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Technician or similar.
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Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
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Experience working within a manufacturing, production or heavy industrial environment.
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A recognised engineering qualification, such as an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent.
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Experience carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance.
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A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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A strong commitment to health and safety and maintaining high engineering standards.
What's on Offer?
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Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
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Permanent position within an established manufacturing business.
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Varied hands-on engineering responsibilities.
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The opportunity to contribute to improvements in plant reliability and production performance.
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Long-term career stability and the chance to develop your engineering skills.
Interested?
If you're a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity in the Matlock area, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today for a confidential discussion and further details about the role.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence
Salary description
£44000.00 - £47000.00 per year