Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer 
📍 Exeter
💰 £45,000
🕒 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights – 6am–6pm / 6pm–6am)
We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and growing operation based in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically biased engineer who is also comfortable carrying out mechanical maintenance within a fast-paced industrial environment.
Working a 4 on / 4 off rotating days and nights shift pattern, you will play a key role in ensuring plant reliability, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous production.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out
planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond effectively to breakdowns to maximise plant uptime
Ensure machinery is returned to operation quickly and safely following faults
Support long-term maintenance planning alongside the Engineering Team Manager (ETM)
Perform routine maintenance on boilers and associated systems
Maintain and monitor pressure systems, including steam, condensate, and compressed air
Ensure all plant is safely isolated for maintenance, cleaning, and contractor work
Issue and manage Permits to Work and Isolation Certificates in line with procedures
Assist and supervise contractors on site when required
Accurately record all maintenance activities using internal systems and logs
Report and manage spare parts usage to ensure availability for future repairs
Maintain high housekeeping standards across the site
Promote a “right first time” approach to maintenance, implementing long-term solutions
Adhere to all Health & Safety legislation, including safe systems of work and risk assessments
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations including Electricity at Work Regulations, LOLER, ISO 14001 & ISO 50001
Support environmental initiatives, including spill response and prevention
Assist production teams and contribute to ongoing site improvements

 

 
 About You
Electrically qualified with strong fault-finding skills
Mechanically competent with hands-on maintenance experience
Experience working with boilers and steam systems
Strong understanding of health & safety practices, including COSHH
A proactive, self-motivated team player with a positive attitude
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
First Aid qualification (desirable)

 

 
 What’s on Offer
Competitive salary of £45,000
Structured 4 on / 4 off shift pattern providing a great work-life balance
Opportunity to join a stable and supportive engineering team
Ongoing training and development opportunities

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