Maintenance Engineer in Skelmersdale
Job Description
Join a market-leading food manufacturer at a modern, highly automated production facility in Skelmersdale. Due to continued growth and investment, we’re looking for electrically biased Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineers to strengthen an established and well-structured engineering team.
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You’ll be working within a large, state-of-the-art site that benefits from significant ongoing investment in both equipment and people. With strong maintenance processes, healthy engineering budgets, and a supportive team culture, this is an environment where engineers are genuinely valued and developed.
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The business is committed to continuous improvement, training, and long-term career progression, making this an excellent opportunity for engineers who enjoy working in a fast-paced, forward-thinking manufacturing environment with modern technology and high engineering standards.
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Benefits:
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- Salary of £60k
- Quarterly Bonus (£1,400 - £3,200 annually)
- Plus paid Overtime
- Subsidised canteen
- Staff discounts
- 23 Shifts leave + your birthday off !
- Critical Illness Cover, Salary Sacrifice Scheme for Electric Cars , Discounted gym membership plus more ….
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Shift Pattern:
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- Panama Shifts – Days and Nights (12 hours) (3s & 2s) (2 weeks Days then 2 weeks Nights)
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Key Responsibilities of Maintenance Engineer:
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- Deliver hands-on engineering support to keep production running smoothly
- Perform both reactive and planned maintenance
- Use CMMS system to record and track maintenance activities
- Work closely with production to meet performance goals
- Follow safety and repair best practices at all times
- Contribute to continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives
- Be part of a collaborative, supportive engineering team with a strong culture of teamwork
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What We’re Looking For:
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- Time-served or apprenticeship-trained engineer
- Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 / BTEC Level 3)
- ONC / HNC or simialr further qualifications required
- Strong electrical skillset
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- A positive, proactive mindset and a team player
- Eagerness to grow, learn, and contribute to a forward-thinking engineering department
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To Apply:
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If you're an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a role with long-term career potential in a stable, forward-thinking company — we’d love to hear from you!
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