Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Newton Aycliffe

Salary: Competitive + Performance-Based Incentives

Benefits:

• Employee discount platform
• Company pension scheme (matched up to 8%)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance (up to 6x annual salary)
• Generous holiday allowance (25 days + bank holidays)
• Enhanced family-friendly leave
• Health & wellbeing support (medical, dental, mental health)
• Learning & development opportunities
• Global career pathways
• Flexible working arrangements where possible

Working Hours: Two-shift pattern

Job Description

This is a multi-skilled maintenance role with a strong electrical focus. You will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of manufacturing equipment and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain production lines, including automated assembly machines, palletisers, and specialised assembly cells
• Respond to breakdowns, carry out fault finding, and perform timely repairs on PLCs, electric drives, robotics, pneumatics, and screwdrivers
• Undertake Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities on machinery and plant
• Report on breakdown causes and recommend countermeasures
• Support commissioning and installation projects across assembly and moulding factories
• Contribute to in-house manufacturing projects
• Ensure strict adherence to safe working practices and health & safety rules

Skills & Experience

• Strong electrical bias with proven technical competencies
• Completed a recognised multi-skilled apprenticeship
• ONC (or equivalent) in an engineering-related discipline
• Knowledge of Siemens PLCs and Fanuc Robotics (training will be provided where necessary)
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive salary with performance-based recognition
• Excellent benefits package including pension, life assurance, and wellbeing support
• Clear opportunities for career progression and global mobility
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth
• Be part of an award-winning employer recognised for excellence in people development and workplace wellbeing

The Company

Join a global manufacturing leader with a history of innovation and excellence. With over 300 years of pioneering spirit, this organisation continues to push boundaries in engineering and technology — not just for the sake of change, but to make a real difference for customers, employees, and the wider world. They are committed to fostering a culture built on purpose, collaboration, and innovation, where every team member is supported to thrive and succeed.