Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in Daventry

Job Description

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

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Daventry,

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£48,000

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3 Shift

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We are recruiting a Maintenance Technician to join an established manufacturing operation in Daventry. Working within a fast-paced, automated production environment, you will play a key role in maintaining plant and machinery, minimising downtime and ensuring production equipment operates safely and efficiently.

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The role will involve a combination of planned preventative maintenance, breakdown response and continuous improvement, working across assembly, testing and production areas.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across a range of manufacturing equipment.

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• Diagnose faults and undertake repairs on automated production lines, machinery, test cells and assembly equipment.

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• Respond to equipment breakdowns, identifying root causes and minimising production downtime.

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• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to prevent recurring faults and improve reliability.

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• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and in accordance with site procedures.

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• Work with production teams to prioritise maintenance requirements and support operational efficiency.

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• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure spare parts are identified and requisitioned when required.

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• Support the development and training of colleagues within the maintenance team.

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The Candidate

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• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

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• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment.

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• Strong knowledge of planned preventative maintenance and breakdown response.

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• Experience fault finding on automated production machinery and equipment.

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• Ability to diagnose faults systematically and implement effective repairs.

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• Good understanding of safe systems of work, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

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• Knowledge of PLCs, particularly Siemens S7, would be advantageous.

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• Experience with robotics, automated assembly lines or test equipment would also be beneficial.

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If you're an experienced Maintenance Technician looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV, or get in touch for an informal chat about the role.