Full time

Maintenance Engineer

RGB Recruitment
Bristol, Bristol, BS1 5LL
money-bag £40000 - £50000 per annum, Benefits: Benefits
Posted: 14 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 14 October 2026
Ref: 60894026

About the Role

This full-time, permanent Maintenance Engineer position in Bristol offers a salary of £40,000 to £50,000 per annum plus benefits. Based at a new operational site in Avonmouth, the successful candidate will join the engineering function, working a shift pattern that includes nights. Responsibilities cover planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault finding and improvement works across facilities, plant and machinery. The role suits a hands-on professional who can keep equipment running safely, efficiently and reliably, responding swiftly to breakdowns. Applicants should demonstrate proven experience in site or facilities upkeep, strong diagnostic abilities and a proactive approach to maintaining smooth operations.

Site Maintenance Engineer South Bristol
Up to £50,000 per annum + additional benefits
Full-time | Permanent | Shift Pattern – Including Nights
Job Description:

Looking for a hands-on engineering role with variety, responsibility and a competitive package?
RGB Recruitment is working with a well-established organisation to recruit an experienced Site Maintenance Engineer to join their new operational site in Avonmouth.
This is a varied, hands-on engineering role where you’ll be responsible for keeping the site, facilities, plant and equipment operating safely, efficiently and reliably.
Working as part of the site engineering function, you’ll carry out a combination of planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault finding and improvement works, responding to issues quickly and effectively to minimise operational disruption.
Please note: candidates must be comfortable working a shift pattern which includes night shifts.
The Role:
As the Site Maintenance Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

  • Carrying out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across the site.
  • Maintaining facilities, plant and equipment to ensure safe, efficient and compliant operation.
  • Conducting regular inspections and ensuring site facilities are maintained to a high standard.
  • Acting as the Legionella Responsible Person, ensuring water systems are appropriately managed in line with legislation and company procedures (training available).
  • Responding to breakdowns and carrying out effective fault finding, diagnosis and repairs.
  • Working to agreed maintenance schedules and manufacturer guidelines.
  • Using your technical knowledge to achieve first-time fixes wherever possible.
  • Supporting the maintenance of refrigeration systems.
  • Carrying out proactive repairs, general engineering and improvement works across the site.
  • Working across a range of engineering disciplines, including mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Accurately recording all maintenance activities and completed works.
  • Ensuring all work is undertaken safely and in accordance with legal requirements, company policies and procedures.
  • Working closely with the Site Engineering Manager and wider site operations team to maintain excellent engineering standards.
The Person:
We’re looking for a practical, multi-skilled Engineer who enjoys solving problems and working in a busy operational environment.
You’ll ideally have:
  • Proven experience within a facilities engineering, multi skilled engineering or maintenance environment.
  • Hands-on experience across a range of engineering disciplines, including:
    • Plumbing
    • Electrical
    • Refrigeration
    • Fire & Security Systems
    • Mechanical
  • A strong understanding of general engineering principles.
  • Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
  • Experience undertaking both planned and reactive maintenance.
  • Good attention to detail, particularly when completing maintenance records and documentation.
  • A proactive approach to identifying and resolving engineering issues.
  • The ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.
  • The flexibility and willingness to work a shift pattern that includes nights.
What’s on offer?
  • Salary up to £50,000 per annum
  • A range of additional benefits
  • Permanent position with a well-established organisation
  • Varied and hands-on engineering role
  • Opportunity to develop your technical experience across a broad range of systems and equipment
If you’re an experienced Site Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Facilities Engineer or Multi-Skilled Engineer looking for your next challenge in Avonmouth, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

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