Maintenance Engineer

  • Gap Personnel
  • Penwortham, Lancashire
  • Mar 12, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer in Preston , working on NIGHT shift

Reporting to: Engineering Co-ordinator

Overview:
Responsible for maintaining and repairing all plant, equipment, and electrical systems across the site, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and legal standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and breakdown repairs.

  • Maintain electrical and mechanical equipment to minimise downtime.

  • Assist with installation and commissioning of new plant and equipment.

  • Diagnose and repair faults on pumps, motors, pneumatic valves, and mixing vessels.

  • Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements.

  • Liaise with and supervise contractors.

  • Ensure all work complies with company policies and Health & Safety regulations.

  • Support production departments and order required parts.

Key Skills & Experience:

  • Time-served engineer (multi-skilled preferred).

  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills (electrical & mechanical).

  • Experience with pumps, motors, pneumatics, and instrumentation testing.

  • Project experience including plant development and commissioning.

  • Team player, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work under pressure.

  • Strong communication and leadership qualities.

KPIs:

  • Reduction in plant downtime.

  • Fewer corrective actions from external audits.

  • Accurate maintenance records.

Hours of work :

Night shift :10pm -6am