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Shift Maintenance Engineer in Exeter

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Shift Maintenance Engineer - FMCG - Exeter, Devon - £45,000 

 

About the company

 

Our client is a well-established FMCG manufacturer looking to recruit a Shift Maintenance Engineer. You will play a key role in ensuring maximum uptime and efficient operation of the production plant. You'll be responsible for planned preventative maintenance, breakdown response, and ensuring full compliance with Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental, and Health & Safety statutory requirements.

 

Shift Maintenance Engineer - The Details



Salary up to £45,000

Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Days and Nights, 6am- 6pm, 6pm - 6am)

Job Type: Permanent  Shift Maintenance Engineer - Requirements  



Background in electrical or mechanical engineering (highly desirable)

Experience in a production, engineering or manufacturing environment

Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement

Experience in boiler maintenance

Excellent Health & Safety awareness

Good COSHH awareness Shift Maintenance Engineer - Responsibilities  



Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond effectively to plant breakdowns to minimise downtime

Ensure the plant is returned to service as quickly and safely as possible

Support long-term repair planning alongside the Engineering Manager where short-term fixes have been applied

Complete daily and weekly boiler maintenance tasks

Carry out electrical maintenance in compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations

Inspect, maintain, and work safely on pressure systems including steam, condensate, and air

Safely isolate plant to allow colleagues and contractors to carry out work and cleaning activities

Assist and supervise contractors as required

Issue Permits to Work and Isolation Certificates, ensuring all procedures are followed correctly

Communicate spare parts usage and requirements to ensure availability for future repairs About Us

 

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Shift Maintenance Engineer in Exeter

Exeter, UK
Full time

Published on 02/10/2026

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