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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

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The Role An opportunity has arisen for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business. Working as part of a close-knit engineering team, you will play a key role in planned maintenance, reactive support, and continuous improvement initiatives to keep production running smoothly. You'll be working on Panama shift rota (2-week rotation covering days and nights, 2-2-3 pattern).

Key Duties

  • Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across plant machinery and equipment
  • Provide a rapid and effective response to breakdowns to minimise operational downtime
  • Identify and resolve faults across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
  • Work closely with production teams to ensure optimal machine performance
  • Assist with improvement initiatives, including upgrades and process enhancements
  • Accurately log maintenance activity and ensure adherence to health & safety procedures

About You

  • Hold a recognised engineering qualification (mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled)
  • Experienced within a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment
  • Strong diagnostic and problem-solving capability
  • Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced setting
  • Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work both independently and within a team
  • Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional additional cover when needed

What’s on Offer

  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • 6% employer pension contribution
  • Annual profit share scheme
  • Discounted gym membership = other lifestyle benefits

The Business

This is a globally recognised manufacturing organisation with a strong track record of innovation, quality, and customer focus. Operating across multiple international sites, the company offers long-term stability, ongoing investment in technology, and genuine opportunities for career development within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: Permanent

Specialism: Manufacturing & Engineering

Focus: Engineering

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: £42,000 - £50,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Burnley

Job Reference: I0W297-073F5150

Date posted: 22 May 2026

Consultant: Billy Higginson