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Maintenance Engineer - £42ph - FMCG

Ilkeston
3 weeks ago
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Maintenance Engineer - Nottinghamshire

Rate: £42 per hour (Umbrella) + Overtime
Shifts: 12-hour Days & Nights (Continental Shift Pattern)
Sector: Manufacturing / Automated Production
Contract: Long-Term

We're working with a world-class manufacturer with an impeccable reputation for quality, high standards, and investment in people. They are looking for a hands-on Contract Maintenance Engineer to join their team at a brand-new, fully automated factory near Enfield. This is a long-term contract role for an experienced Maintenance Engineer, with the opportunity to work on newly installed, cutting-edge machinery and be part of an expanding site.

Responsibilities

Reactive and planned maintenance of production machinery

Electrical or mechanical fault finding and repair (depending on skill set)

Minimise downtime and support on breakdowns

Assist with continuous improvement projects

Requirements

Engineering qualification - City & Guilds Level 3 / NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Proven experience in a manufacturing / production environment

Good knowledge of automated systems and machinery

Strong background in either mechanical or electrical maintenance

Hands-on approach and ability to work as part of a team

Why Apply?

Excellent hourly rate: £42ph umbrella + overtime (engineers working 60-70 hours if desired)

Work on a brand-new, fully automated site with ongoing investment

Supportive culture, teamwork, and training

Very long-term contract with potential permanent opportunity

Application Process

If you have the above skills and wish to be considered, please contact Simon on (phone number removed), email your CV to , or click apply below.

Application Process

If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please contact Simon on (phone number removed) or submit your CV to (url removed) or simply click apply below.

Contract Maintenance Engineer role is commutable from Nottingham, Derby, Chesterfield, Mansfield, Loughborough, Burton upon Trent, West Bridgford, Arnold, Hucknall, Sutton in Ashfield, Melton Mowbray, Ilkeston, Beeston, Long Eaton, Swadlincote, Coalville, Newark on Trent, Buxton, Alfreton, Belper, Ashbourne, Ripley, Matlock, Southwell, Bingham, Uttoxeter, Market Harborough, Kimberley, Eastwood, Sandiacre, Stapleford, Heanor, Castle Donington, Shepshed, Wirksworth, Bakewell

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global are an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias. When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!

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