Join a market-leading food manufacturing company operating in a modern, high-tech production facility in Skelmersdale. We’re seeking Electrically biased Maintenance Engineers to support a growing and well-structured engineering team.

This is not a firefighting role — you’ll be part of a large, well-invested factory with healthy maintenance budgets, strong processes, and a supportive team ethos. The company actively invests in its people and equipment, with a clear focus on training, career progression, and future-focused engineering improvements.

If you have strong electrical skills and enjoy working in a fast-paced but well-managed environment, this Maintenance Engineer role could be a great fit for you.

Benefits:

• Salary of c£59k 
• Quarterly Bonus (£1,400 - £3,200 annually)
• Plus paid Overtime
• Subsidised canteen
• Staff discounts
• 23 Shifts leave + your birthday off !
• Critical Illness Cover, Salary Sacrifice Scheme for Electric Cars , Discounted gym membership plus more ….

Shift Pattern:

• Panama Shifts – Days and Nights (12 hours)  (3s & 2s) (2 weeks Days then 2 weeks Nights)

Key Responsibilities of Maintenance Engineer:

• Deliver hands-on engineering support to keep production running smoothly
• Perform both reactive and planned maintenance
• Use CMMS system to record and track maintenance activities
• Work closely with production to meet performance goals
• Follow safety and repair best practices at all times
• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive engineering team with a strong culture of teamwork

What We’re Looking For:

• Time-served or apprenticeship-trained engineer
• Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 and BTEC, ONC/HNC preferred)
• Strong electrical skillset
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• A positive, proactive mindset and a team player
• Eagerness to grow, learn, and contribute to a forward-thinking engineering department

To Apply:

If you''re an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a role with long-term career potential in a stable, forward-thinking company — we’d love to hear from you!

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