Maintenance Engineer
CV-LibraryMilton Keynes, BuckinghamshirepermanentPosted: 13 July 2026
Apply NowMechanical Engineer - New Production Projects
£48,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Milton Keynes 4 on 4 off Days & Nights
If you enjoy projects, problem-solving, and getting involved before production starts, you'll struggle to find many opportunities like this.
The Package
Starting salary £46,000
Plus £2,132 annual night shift allowance
Performance-related bonus
Company pension scheme
Personal health plan
Shopping and gym membership discounts
Company sick pay
Income protection plan
Life assurance (subject to length of service)
Shift Pattern
Continental shift pattern:
4 on, 4 off rotating days and nights
06:00 - 18:00
18:00 - 06:00(Small variations may occur depending on operational requirements.)
The Role
You'll play a key role in bringing new production equipment online and ensuring it performs reliably from day one.
Your responsibilities will include:
Installing and commissioning new machinery
Supporting equipment testing and start-up activities
Mechanical fault finding and problem solving
Working alongside specialist engineers and suppliers
Identifying improvements during commissioning phases
Supporting the transition from project phase into full production operation
Driving equipment reliability and performance improvements
What We're Looking For
Mechanical engineering experience within manufacturing
Strong fault-finding and maintenance skills
Experience working with production machinery and automated equipment
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Good communication skills and a proactive approach
Food manufacturing experience would be advantageous but isn't essentialAdditional qualifications such as electrical competency, IPAF, or FLT licences would be beneficial, although training can be provided
£48,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Milton Keynes 4 on 4 off Days & Nights
If you enjoy projects, problem-solving, and getting involved before production starts, you'll struggle to find many opportunities like this.
The Package
Starting salary £46,000
Plus £2,132 annual night shift allowance
Performance-related bonus
Company pension scheme
Personal health plan
Shopping and gym membership discounts
Company sick pay
Income protection plan
Life assurance (subject to length of service)
Shift Pattern
Continental shift pattern:
4 on, 4 off rotating days and nights
06:00 - 18:00
18:00 - 06:00(Small variations may occur depending on operational requirements.)
The Role
You'll play a key role in bringing new production equipment online and ensuring it performs reliably from day one.
Your responsibilities will include:
Installing and commissioning new machinery
Supporting equipment testing and start-up activities
Mechanical fault finding and problem solving
Working alongside specialist engineers and suppliers
Identifying improvements during commissioning phases
Supporting the transition from project phase into full production operation
Driving equipment reliability and performance improvements
What We're Looking For
Mechanical engineering experience within manufacturing
Strong fault-finding and maintenance skills
Experience working with production machinery and automated equipment
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Good communication skills and a proactive approach
Food manufacturing experience would be advantageous but isn't essentialAdditional qualifications such as electrical competency, IPAF, or FLT licences would be beneficial, although training can be provided