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Lead Maintenance engineer

Job Posted: 9 hours ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 59,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lancashire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrically biased) in Preston area, £47-49k per annum
Morning shifts only!

The client cannot support Visa Sponsorship

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Lead Maintenance Engineer to support business operations by ensuring equipment and facilities run smoothly and efficiently. You'll play a key part in maintaining high standards of production, reducing downtime, and contributing to continuous improvement across the site.

The Shift pattern is 4 on 4 off, 5.30am start 11-hour shift (44 hours per 4-day shift) 
Salary up to £49k Overtime rate £36.65 per hours 
Holidays 16 days holiday - 6 bank holidays 
Medicash benefit (after probation) 
Auto enrolment 5% employee contribution 3% employer contribution
Key Responsibilities
* Provide daily support to the Site manager with task and project allocation.
* Deliver both proactive and reactive engineering maintenance across the business.
* Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and minimise production downtime.
* Identify and resolve engineering issues to ensure optimal production performance.
* Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns and faults.
* Maintain accurate records of breakdowns, maintenance, and PPMs.
* Communicate technical and operational issues promptly to relevant departments.
* Perform general building maintenance across site facilities and associated properties.
* Support the development and implementation of engineering best practices.
* Promote continuous improvement, lean principles, and 5S culture.
* Manage workload and priorities as set by the Engineering Manager.
* Identify and report spare parts requirements and assist with stock control.
* Comply with all Health & Safety and Hygiene policies and procedures.
* Contribute to departmental projects and other duties as required.

Requirements
* Level 3+ qualification in Engineering and Maintenance.
* Level 3+ qualification in Electrical/Electronics.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) with the ability to produce clear reports.

* You should ideally have experience within the FMCG sector.
* Strong understanding of safe working practices.
* Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
* Willingness to develop skills and knowledge further.

Personal Attributes
* Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to set priorities and manage expectations effectively.
* Builds positive working relationships across all levels.
* Self-motivated with a proactive attitude.
* Enthusiastic about driving positive change.
* Efficient time management and adherence to processes.
* Collaborative team player.

Interested? Please send your CV to (email address removed) (url removed)

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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