Posted 02 August, 2026
Packaging Maintenance Engineer
Omega Leeds
Beeston, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Maintenance Engineer - Packaging Bias Location: Nottingham areaSalary: Up to £48,000 + overtimeContract Type: PermanentShift Pattern: 4 ON / 4 OFF or 3 shifts roating availableThe Opportunity We are currently recruiting for maintenance engineers with a strong background in packaging machinery to join a global manufacturing leader.There are several internal promotions requiring new roles on the sucession plan for engineers.This role has been created due to significant site expansion, automation, and investment, offering the opportunity to work in a highly automated, world-class production environment.You will be maintaining high-speed packaging lines producing globally recognised consumer products, within a large-scale facility employing hundreds of people. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers looking for career progression, technical development, and exposure to advanced automation.Key Responsibilities – Packaging Maintenance Focus Carry out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on high-speed packaging machinery. This is a mechanically boased role. Leading the Packaging line machinesFault find and repair across:Filling machinesSealing, labelling and coding equipmentConveyors and palletisersWrapping and automated packaging systemsDiagnose and resolve faults on:Electrical systems (sensors, drives, controls, PLCs)Mechanical systems (bearings, gearboxes, chains, belts)Conduct machine inspections, reporting on:Equipment conditionPerformance issuesOpportunities for reliability improvementsSupport and deliver continuous improvement projects, including Packaging Line OptimisationEnsure all maintenance activities are completed safely using correct procedures and toolsIdeal Candidate Profile - Packaging Machine Engineer We are particularly interested in engineers with direct experience in packaging or FMCG production environments.multi-skilled (electrical & mechanical)Strong experience maintaining packaging machinery / high-speed production linesExperience working in: FMCG, Packaging / bottling / food production, Manufacturing or process environmentsQualifications: Level 3 NVQ / Apprenticeship in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical)OR HNC / HND in EngineeringOR equivalent hands-on experience in a manufacturing settingThe Site & Environment - Packaging Machine Engineer Large, fully automated manufacturing site, world classSignificant investment in:High-volume production of market-leading consumer goodsAutomationRoboticsModern packaging systemsStructured maintenance systems with planned schedules and continuous improvement focusWhat's On Offer - Packaging Machine Engineer up to £48kOvertime paid at 1.5xLife assurance & flexible benefitsClear career progression pathwaysOngoing training, development, and exposure to world-class machinerySuitable Backgrounds - Packaging Machine Engineer Candidates from the following roles will be suitable:Multi-Skilled Maintenance EngineerPackaging EngineerPackaging Maintenance EngineerShift EngineerMechanical Maintenance EngineerFMCG Manufacturing EngineerFor a confidential discussion:01132123519Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.TPBN1_UKTJ
