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.

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

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

• 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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