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Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in Thatcham

Job DescriptionElectrical Maintenance Engineer Location: Thatcham, BerkshireSalary: £52,000 + OvertimeShift Pattern: Rotating 3-Shift PatternSector: ManufacturingShift Pattern Early: Monday–Thursday 6:00am–2:00pm | Friday 6:00am–11:30amLate: Monday–Thursday 2:00pm–10:00pm | Friday 11:30am–5:00pmNights: Monday–Thursday 10:00pm–6:00am | Friday 5:00pm–10:30pmThe Opportunity An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established international manufacturing business based in Thatcham.The site is part of a global organisation with significant investment across its operations and a strong focus on employee development, training and long-term progression .With succession planning high on the agenda, this role offers genuine opportunities to develop your engineering career and progress into specialist engineering positions over time.As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for keeping a wide range of production machinery running efficiently, carrying out both planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown repairs to maximise reliability, minimise downtime and maintain production performance.Essential Requirements Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification or abovePrevious experience working within a manufacturing environmentStrong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skillsAbility to work proactively and effectively in a busy production environmentComfortable carrying out both planned and reactive maintenanceDesirable Experience PLC fault-finding experienceSiemens S5/S7Allen Bradley RSLogix 500Experience working on automated manufacturing or packaging machineryMulti-skilled mechanical maintenance knowledgeMachinery You'll Work On The site operates a wide range of specialist packaging manufacturing equipment, including:CorrugatorsFlexo-folder gluersFlat-bed die cuttersBoilersStrappers and wrappersRoller and flat-bed conveyorsAutomated production equipmentThe Benefits £52,000 salaryExcellent overtime ratesTime and a half on SaturdaysDouble time on SundaysClear progression opportunities through structured succession planning25 days holiday + bank holidays4.5% matched pension contribution4x salary life assuranceOccupational health schemeEye care supportCycle to Work schemeAnnual performance-related pay reviewLong-term career development within an established international businessAbout the Company The business is a leading international packaging manufacturer with operations across the UK and Europe.The Thatcham site specialises in the production of cardboard packaging supplied to major household brands and retailers . Despite being part of a global organisation, the company remains family-owned and continues to invest heavily in its people, facilities and future growth .This is a great opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking to join a stable business where there is a genuine focus on training, progression and developing engineering talent from within .Apply Now If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.For further details contact Nathan Lock at Pioneer Selection.As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and ConditionsTPBN1_UKTJ

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in Thatcham

Thatcham, UK
Full time

Published on 10/01/2026

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