Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

About the role

We are partnering with a long‑established production site near Okehampton to recruit a proactive Maintenance Engineer. The role is days‑based (Monday‑Friday) in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, focusing on reliable plant performance and downtime reduction.

Key responsibilities

• Perform fault‑finding, repairs and component replacement on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Support preventative maintenance schedules to minimise unplanned breakdowns.
• Work safely with electrical panels, isolations, motor controls, sensors, relays and PLCs.
• Assist continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with the Supervisor and Engineering Manager to prioritise work and keep production running smoothly.

Required profile

• Recognised qualification or apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Solid experience in a maintenance role within a production or manufacturing setting.
• Comfortable with both reactive and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Electrical bias preferred but not essential.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance reporting.
• Team‑player with a proactive, hands‑on approach.

Required skills

• Electrical fault‑finding and repair.
• Mechanical maintenance.
• Motor controls, sensors, relays, PLCs.
• Use of CMMS software.

What we offer

• Salary up to £42,000 per year (40‑hour week).
• Overtime paid at 1.5×.
• Days‑only shift pattern (no nights).
• Strong team culture with ongoing training, tools and equipment.
• Stable employer with clear progression routes.