Maintenance Engineer

In Cork; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer. The successful candidate will ensure the reliability and efficiency of plant equipment through preventive maintenance and repairing tasks. You should have qualifications in mechanical and electrical engineering and a minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, along with a dynamic working environment.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Subsidised shop

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years in a maintenance/repair/installation role in manufacturing.
• Experience with PPM and operation of PLC, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns and perform fault-finding.
• Support engineering activities like commissioning and installations.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Education

Time-served or recognized apprenticeship in engineering

Full qualification in mechanical and electrical engineering

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Maintenance Engineer – Glasgow

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join a dynamic team in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The role is essential for ensuring reliability, efficiency and safety of the plant and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across the site.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns, perform fault‑finding and repair.
• Log work, root causes and materials in CMMS.
• Support engineering activities: commissioning, installations, relocations and plant/equipment modifications.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, troubleshoot under pressure.
• Work across both electrical and mechanical faults and maintain both.
• Identify and implement process and machine improvements.
• Carry out special projects and progress reporting to Engineering Management.
• Adhere to safety, food safety, GMP and UK standards.
• Provide guidance and support to junior engineers.
• Travel for sites or overnight stays when required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Time‑served or recognised apprenticeship (or equivalent) in engineering.
• Minimum 2–3 years in a maintenance/repair/installation role in manufacturing (FMCG, food, pharma preferred).
• Full qualification in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Experience with PPM, CMMS, and operation of PLC, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and customer‑service skills.
• Valid driving licence (for van travel) and willingness to travel away if needed.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and health & safety standards.
• Preferential: CSCS, ECS Gold, IPAF 3a/3b, First Aid.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus benefits.
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave, pension scheme and death‑in‑service benefit.
• Employee Assistance Programme, health and wellbeing support.
• Retail discounts, subsidised shop, parking at head office.
• Overnight premium for travelling sites.
• Bank holidays and statutory holidays.

Contract & Working Hours

Contract: Permanent / Full‑Time

Salary: Competitive (approx. £43,000–£48,500)

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 12‑hour rotational shifts (4 days on / 2 days off) or night shift (4 on / 4 off) depending on team arrangement.

Application

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