Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer Location: –Wirral Salary: –£51,371 per annum, plus overtime rates (x 1.5) weekends (double time) and bank holidays (triple time) Shift Pattern: –4 on / 4 off (2 days, 2 nights) with scheduled extended break periods throughout the year.

We are seeking a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer to join a large-scale manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving a wide range of production equipment, site services, and facility systems to ensure maximum operational uptime and efficiency. Working as part of a shift-based engineering team, you will play a key role in supporting production through both reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities • Diagnose and repair equipment faults as part of normal shift activities. • Respond quickly to production breakdowns and minimise downtime. • Carry out preventative maintenance activities and routine safety inspections. • Perform fault-finding and diagnostic work on both planned and reactive maintenance tasks. • Maintain a variety of production machinery and site services. • Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are completed effectively. • Support engineering and continuous improvement projects. • Promote and follow all health, safety, and environmental standards. • Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and operational performance. • Work collaboratively with production teams to resolve recurring issues. • Investigate equipment failures and identify root causes. • Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation. • Produce shift reports and communicate effectively during handovers.

The Person • HNC, Degree, or equivalent qualification in an Engineering discipline. • Proven experience within a manufacturing environment. • Strong understanding of mechanical and/or electrical maintenance practices. • Experience working with planned preventative maintenance systems. • Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capabilities. • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. • Ability to make sound decisions under pressure. • Effective communication and teamwork skills.

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