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Permanent

Weekend Shift Engineer

Theo James Recruitment
Newcastle upon Tyne
money-bag £48000 - £50000/annum
Posted: 28 May 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 26 June 2026
Ref: 225163737

Job Title: Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer.-

Location: Tyne & Wear

Salary: -48,000 PA +

Benefits:

  • 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Christmas shutdown)

  • Attendance bonus (-200 twice per year)

  • Pension (6% employee / 9% employer)

  • Life assurance (from day 1)

  • Westfield medical cover (company paid, taxable benefit)

  • Employee Assistance Programme (discounts, GP access, counselling)

  • Workwear & PPE provided

  • Free onsite parking & good transport links

  • Subsidised onsite food

  • Free fruit twice weekly

  • Regular reward events (seasonal gifts, Christmas party etc.)

The Company:
This is an exciting opportunity for a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established, global manufacturing business experiencing continued growth. The company operates within a specialist engineering sector, supplying high-quality products worldwide. As a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will become part of a fast-paced, supportive team environment with genuine long-term career progression opportunities.

Working Hours:

Sat- - - - 6am-6pm

Sun- - - -6am-6pm

TBA 6am-6pm- (flexible for any other day)

Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, the Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer will benefit from excellent working conditions, strong job security, and a positive team-based culture focused on continuous improvement.

Job Description:
As a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring equipment reliability and minimising downtime across the site. Key responsibilities include:

  • Responding quickly to breakdowns and resolving faults efficiently

  • Following and improving preventative maintenance schedules

  • Completing planned maintenance (PPM) activities in line with annual plans

  • Recording and completing follow-up maintenance work

  • Supporting root cause analysis and implementing long-term solutions

  • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

  • Assisting with engineering projects when required

  • Improving line efficiency, quality, and reducing waste through effective maintenance

Skills & Experience:
To succeed as a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, you should have:

  • Time Served Apprenticeship

  • Multi Skilled, mechanical bias

  • Experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment

  • Strong fault-finding skills on electrical and automated systems

  • Welding, fabrication, turning, milling

  • A methodical and proactive approach to problem solving

Why Should You Apply?
This Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer opportunity offers long-term stability, excellent benefits, and the chance to work within a growing international business. If you are a driven Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to develop your career in a dynamic and supportive environment, this role provides the perfect next step.

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