Maintenance Engineer (4 On 4 Off)

About the role

We are seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join a fast‑growing manufacturer of oat and plant‑based drinks. The role operates on a 4‑on‑4‑off shift pattern, offering a 4‑day work week and generous overtime rates.

Key responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on plant equipment including pasteurisers, boxers, palletisers and fillers.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical repairs, fault finding and corrective actions.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure machinery is safe, efficient and compliant.
• Work 12‑hour day shifts (6 am‑6 pm) and night shifts (6 pm‑6 am) on a rotating schedule.

Required profile

• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to work both mechanically and electrically on processing machinery.
• Willingness to work a 4‑on‑4‑off shift pattern.

Required skills

• Mechanical repairs
• Electrical repairs
• Fault finding
• Preventive and reactive plant maintenance
• Inspection of processing equipment

What we offer

• Salary £50,000‑£51,500 per year plus OTE up to £61,000.
• Overtime at 1.25× weekdays and 1.50× weekends.
• 23 days holiday, life insurance, sick pay and progression opportunities.
• Flexible 4‑day work week and a supportive team environment.