Maintenance Engineer


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£44,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Kings Lynn, PE33 9SE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Oct 2026
Closing date:	29 Oct 2026

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Summary

Your new company

We are looking for an experienced engineer to work on a 4 on 4 off (days) shift pattern for a manufacturing business near Kings Lynn. This would suit a mechanical engineer with some proven electrical ability supported by a related qualification.

Your new role

Daily responsibilities include:

Proactively complete all scheduled plant maintenance and resolve faults before they affect production or quality standards.

Work closely with the production team to resolve breakdowns and production interruptions promptly, escalating issues when needed to minimise downtime.

Keep accurate maintenance records to ensure legal compliance and a safe working environment.

Share information efficiently with other operational teams to meet all internal and external customer requirements.

Maintain sufficient engineering materials and equipment, working with suppliers to meet departmental needs.

Work with the Hygiene team to maintain a safe, clean environment and meet hygiene KPIs to protect quality standards.

Drive continuous improvement by reviewing working methods and identifying ways to improve the mill's efficiency, safety, quality and performance.

What you'll need to succeed

You will have proven experience as an engineer within a team-based manufacturing/production environment. NVQ/C&G level 3 qualifications in engineering, mechanical or electrical. Good experience and understanding of both health and safety and environmental regulations, knowledge of CMMS systems, good IT skills

What you'll get in return

Starting salary £44,474, plus overtime at enhanced rates, company pension and sick pay schemes.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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