Join a well-established UK manufacturer with over 155 years of expertise and take ownership of a busy manufacturing site where your skills will make a tangible difference.
Salary: £35k - 37.5k per year
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Preston, PR1 1UN
Permanent - Full Time
Monday–Thursday 07:00–15:30 (30 min unpaid lunch) | Friday 07:00–13:00
£35,000 + DOE
Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer ready to take ownership of a busy manufacturing site and make a tangible difference?
Our client is a long-established UK manufacturer and supplier of industrial laminates, composite materials, and precision-machined components. With over 155 years of expertise, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality products backed by exceptional service and responsiveness.
About the Role:
Based at the Preston site, you will take responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of the entire facility from NC machinery to general building maintenance and plumbing.
This is a hands-on, varied role where you'll oversee the day-to-day maintenance of a fast-paced manufacturing environment, including:
- Managing plant and site services maintenance
- Controlling and delivering the preventative maintenance schedule
- Coordinating and supervising third-party engineers and contractors
- Supporting Health & Safety, Technical, and Site/Buildings functions
- Managing maintenance procurement and supplies
- Reporting directly to the Board of Directors
- Mentoring and supporting a trainee/assistant
About You:
You are a proactive, practical problem-solver with a strong sense of ownership and a "can-do" attitude. You're comfortable working independently while supporting the wider team.
Essential:
- Proven experience managing scheduled maintenance systems
- Mechanical maintenance training or hands-on experience
- Welding and fabrication experience
- Experience with steam boilers and systems (BOAS desirable)
- Strong Health & Safety awareness
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Desirable:
- Electrical maintenance experience
- Building and roofing knowledge
- PLC networking knowledge
- Working at height experience (PASMA/IPAF preferred)
- FLT licence
What's in It for You:
- Personal pension contribution
- Profit share scheme
- Sick pay scheme
- Ongoing training and development
- Free on-site parking
- Canteen facilities
- Holiday reward scheme
- Company uniform provided
If you're ready to take pride in maintaining a well-established manufacturing site and play a key role in its continued success, we'd love to hear from you.
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