Job description

Maintenance Engineer Opportunity - South Essex

Location: South Essex
Salary: £45,000 (during probation) - rising to £47,500 after probation
Shifts: 8am-4pm during probation, then rotating earlies (6am-2pm), days, lates (2pm-10pm) + 1 in 5 weekend call-out rota
Permanent, Full-Time Role | Career Growth & Development Opportunities

We're looking to connect with experienced Maintenance Engineers for an upcoming opportunity. If you thrive in a fast-paced, industrial environment and have a strong background in both electrical and mechanical maintenance, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Be Doing:

* Diagnosing and repairing electrical & mechanical faults on production equipment

* Online PLC troubleshooting to ensure smooth operations

* Working with single & three-phase motors, variable speed drives, and safety circuits

* Performing preventative and reactive maintenance across the site

* Handling welding, machining, and large mechanical repairs

* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant efficiency

* Participating in a 1-in-5 weekend call-out rota after probation

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in maintenance engineering within an industrial, food, or FMCG Strong electrical and mechanical skills with hands-on expertise Ability to work independently and as part of a team
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a commitment to health & safety
Experience with PLC fault-finding and troubleshooting is highly desirable

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary with regular salary reviews
Opportunity to work with a leading industry name in a state-of-the-art facility Strong company culture with a focus on safety, teamwork, and development
Ongoing training and professional growth opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £40,000.00-£47,500.00 per year

Benefits:

* Company pension

* Free parking

* On-site parking

Schedule:

* Monday to Friday