Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Wigan

Salary : £40,000 - £42,000 + Overtime

Location : Wigan

A leading manufacturer based in Wigan is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to support their fast-paced production environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to join a growing operation, offering stability, shift flexibility, and progression within a well-established site.

Role Overview :

As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving the site's machinery, facilities, and equipment. You will support both reactive and planned maintenance across the facility, contributing to operational efficiency and engineering improvements.

Key Responsibilities :

Perform reactive maintenance to reduce production downtime

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on both mechanical and electrical equipment (if qualified)

Maintain site utilities, buildings, and support services to legal and safety standards

Support machine uptime through fault diagnosis, repairs, and routine maintenance

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering upgrades

Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment

Liaise with internal teams to ensure seamless operations with minimal disruption

Ensure all work complies with Food Safety, Health & Safety, and hygiene regulations

Ideal Candidate Profile :

HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)

Proven track record in a similar maintenance or engineering role

Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong communication skills

Willingness to support cross-functional teams and adapt to changing priorities

Interested in hearing more?

Apply today to speak with a consultant about this exciting opportunity and how it could align with your next career move in engineering and manufacturing