Maintenance Engineer

Job Title – Maintenance EngineerLocation – Basildon, EssexSalary – £45,000 – £46,500Shift – Rotating Days (Early & Late Shift Pattern + Saturdays)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a highly automated and modern manufacturing facility within a global organisation. This site has seen continued investment and offers a clean, structured environment with strong opportunities for training, development, and progression.

Working as part of the engineering team, you will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance across a range of specialist production equipment. With a strong focus on preventative maintenance (approx. 60%), this role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys improving reliability, reducing downtime, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

The site operates large-scale, high-speed production lines within a COMAH-regulated environment, offering exposure to advanced machinery and processes.

Sector – Factory Maintenance

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• Level 3 in Engineering or Above
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• Previous UK experience as a Maintenance Engineer
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• Multi-skilled engineer (electrical or mechanical bias)
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• Strong fault-finding skills across electrical and/or mechanical systems
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• Experience working with PLC fault finding, control panels, sensors, and drives
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• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
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• Experience using CMMS systems and working to maintenance schedules
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• Engineering qualification (apprentice trained or equivalent Level 3)
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• Experience within a COMAH or highly regulated environment
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• Strong understanding of continuous improvement and OEE
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• Experience working on high-speed or automated production lines
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• Working for a global, market-leading manufacturing business
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• Profit-related bonus scheme
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• Excellent overtime opportunities to increase earnings
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• Pension and life assurance
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• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
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• Ongoing training and development across a wide range of equipment
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• Modern, open-plan production environment
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• Clear progression opportunities as the business continues to invest
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