Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
CV-LibraryEly, CambridgeshirepermanentPosted: 9 July 2026
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Location: Ely
Salary: £47,000 per annum
We are currently recruiting for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Ely. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically and mechanically skilled engineer looking for a stable role within a fast-paced production environment.
You must live within a commutable distance to Ely and be comfortable working a Perm Nights shift.
The Role
As a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving site machinery performance, responding to breakdowns, and carrying out planned preventative maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
Fault finding and repair on electrical and mechanical systems
Maintenance of high-speed production machinery
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdowns
Electrical work including 3-phase motors, inverters, sensors, and control panels
Mechanical work including bearings, chains, belts, gearboxes, pneumatics, and hydraulics
PLC fault diagnosis (Siemens, Allen-Bradley or similar)
Experience & Skills Required
Experience in FMCG or high-speed manufacturing environments (preferred)
Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
Working knowledge of PLC systems for diagnostics
Experience maintaining die cutters, folder gluers, printers, stackers, or conveyors (advantageous)
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and PLC diagrams
Qualifications
Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering
Relevant qualification: NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / BTEC (or equivalent)
18th Edition or equivalent electrical certification (desirable)
Salary & Benefits
£47,000 per annum
Permanent Nights (10PM-6AM)
Location: Ely
Salary: £47,000 per annum
We are currently recruiting for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Ely. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically and mechanically skilled engineer looking for a stable role within a fast-paced production environment.
You must live within a commutable distance to Ely and be comfortable working a Perm Nights shift.
The Role
As a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving site machinery performance, responding to breakdowns, and carrying out planned preventative maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
Fault finding and repair on electrical and mechanical systems
Maintenance of high-speed production machinery
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdowns
Electrical work including 3-phase motors, inverters, sensors, and control panels
Mechanical work including bearings, chains, belts, gearboxes, pneumatics, and hydraulics
PLC fault diagnosis (Siemens, Allen-Bradley or similar)
Experience & Skills Required
Experience in FMCG or high-speed manufacturing environments (preferred)
Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
Working knowledge of PLC systems for diagnostics
Experience maintaining die cutters, folder gluers, printers, stackers, or conveyors (advantageous)
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and PLC diagrams
Qualifications
Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering
Relevant qualification: NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / BTEC (or equivalent)
18th Edition or equivalent electrical certification (desirable)
Salary & Benefits
£47,000 per annum
Permanent Nights (10PM-6AM)