Posted 30 July, 2026
Maintenance Engineer
Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment
Skelmersdale, ENG, GB
Full Time
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.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.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.Benefits:Salary of £60kQuarterly Bonus (£1,400 - £3,200 annually)Plus paid OvertimeSubsidised canteenStaff discounts23 Shifts leave + your birthday off !Critical Illness Cover, Salary Sacrifice Scheme for Electric Cars , Discounted gym membership plus more ….Shift Pattern:Panama Shifts – Days and Nights (12 hours) (3s & 2s) (2 weeks Days then 2 weeks Nights)Key Responsibilities of Maintenance Engineer:Deliver hands-on engineering support to keep production running smoothlyPerform both reactive and planned maintenanceUse CMMS system to record and track maintenance activitiesWork closely with production to meet performance goalsFollow safety and repair best practices at all timesContribute to continuous improvement and cost-saving initiativesBe part of a collaborative, supportive engineering team with a strong culture of teamworkWhat We're Looking For:Time-served or apprenticeship-trained engineerRelevant engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 and BTEC, ONC/HNC preferred)Strong electrical skillsetPrevious experience in a manufacturing or production environmentA positive, proactive mindset and a team playerEagerness to grow, learn, and contribute to a forward-thinking engineering departmentTo Apply: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!Wagstaff Recruitment – Building Trusted Relationships to Create Great OpportunitiesTPBN1_UKTJ
