Shift Engineer

Are you an ex-military engineer looking to join a business who values your engineering background, who will invest in your training, development, offer you further qualifications and job security. I am currently recruiting for a Shift Engineer to join my client’s business based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, the successful Shift Engineer will be joining an established global group who will work a rotational 4 on 4 off shift pattern, carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on their manufacturing equipment. Shift Engineer Responsibilities: Ensure all equipment operates fully. Provide breakdown and maintenance support to a wide range of electro-mechanical systems. Mechanical strip-down/re-assembly, basic wiring, and system testing. Electrical fault-finding. Strong communication skills and team player. Ensure all maintenance is logged and documented. Adhere to all health & Safety policies, procedures and guidelines. Shift Engineer Requirements: Hold a relevant recognised engineering qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering to a minimum level of NVQ level 3 or equivalent – ideally electrical. Proven experience as a hands-on engineer. Excellent fault finding and diagnostic skills on mechanical and electrical systems including plc’s. Experience working with motors, drives, gears, pneumatics, hydraulics, and compressed air systems. Ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams. Experience working with automated systems would be advantageous. Shift Engineer Benefits: Salary is £42,000 rising to £44,000 after training period. 4 on 4 off shift pattern. 25 days holiday & bank holidays Pension scheme, life insurance, option to join private healthcare. Opportunity for further training to achieve additional qualifications. NOTE – Our client encourages applications from candidates from both commercial and ex-military backgrounds, Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force with a mechanical or electrical engineering bias

Location: Broughton, GB

Posted Date: 2/1/2025