Maintenance Engineer
Days (Monday to Friday)
Circa £42,000
Okehampton, Devon
Hands-on engineering role with real impact….
We're working with a long-established, well-invested production site based near Okehampton who are looking to expand their maintenance team and add a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to help deliver reliable plant performance and reduce downtime.
This is a days-based role in a fast-paced production environment, ideally suited to someone with an electrical bias - though mechanical engineers with evidence of any electrical fault-finding skills are also encouraged to apply, as well as those leaving the forces.
What you'll be doing:
As part of the core engineering team, you'll support both reactive and planned maintenance across a range of production machinery and utilities.
Key duties will include:
Carrying out fault-finding, repairs, and component replacement on a wide range of electrical and mechanical systems.
Supporting the site's preventative maintenance schedule to minimise unplanned breakdowns.
Working safely and efficiently within electrical panels, including isolations, motor controls, sensors, relays, and PLCs.
Supporting continuous improvement activities and looking for ways to reduce downtime.
Working closely with the Supervisor and Engineering Manager to prioritise work and keep production running smoothly.
What you'll need to succeed:
A recognised qualification or apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering.
Solid experience in a maintenance role within a production or manufacturing setting.
Comfortable with both reactive and preventative maintenance tasks.
Electrical bias preferred but not essential
Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance reporting.
A team player with a proactive and hands-on approach to engineering challenges.
What's in it for you?
Salary up to £42,000 based on a 40-hour week.
Overtime paid at 1.5x
Days-based shift pattern (no nights).
Great team culture with ongoing investment in training, tools, and equipment.
Stable and well-established employer with clear progression routes.
Ready to find out more?
If you're a skilled maintenance engineer looking for a fresh challenge in a supportive team, apply now.
For a confidential chat, contact Maintenance Engineering Recruiter Liam Reid today.
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