Night Shift Maintenance Engineer

Company

Job sourced via Reed

Salary

GBP 35,000 - GBP 40,000

per year

Job Description

Night Shift Maintenance Engineer Location: Croydon Contract: Full-time, Permanent Shift: Night Shift (including weekends where required) Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE The Opportunity A growing and fast-paced food manufacturing business is seeking a skilled Night Shift Maintenance Engineer to join its onsite engineering team. This is a hands-on role where you will play a critical part in keeping production running efficiently, maintaining machinery, and minimising downtime across a busy manufacturing environment. If you enjoy problem-solving, working autonomously, and being part of a high-performing operation, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact. The Role Working as part of the engineering function, you will be responsible for both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across a range of production equipment and site facilities. You’ll ensure all machinery operates safely, efficiently, and in line with food safety and compliance standards during night operations. Key Responsibilities • Carry out planned preventative maintenance in line with site schedules • Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime • Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults • Maintain and repair equipment such as conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, and control systems • Work safely with 3-phase electrical systems • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and efficiency • Ensure compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and food safety standards • Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation • Work closely with production teams to support operational performance • Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment where required About You • Experience within a manufacturing, food production, or FMCG environment (preferred) • Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills • Knowledge of PLC systems (advantageous but not essential) • Experience working with 3-phase systems • Good understanding of health & safety and compliance standards • Able to work independently and make decisions under pressure • Proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving ability • Relevant engineering qualification (electrical, mechanical, or multi-skilled) What’s On Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package • 30 days annual leave • Pension scheme • Ongoing training and development opportunities • Support for further qualifications and career progression • Health & wellbeing support and initiatives • Cycle to Work scheme • Free on-site parking • Regular team and social events • Opportunity to join a growing and supportive engineering team Why Apply? • Key role within a fast-paced production environment • Opportunity to develop both technically and professionally • Stable, long-term position with progression opportunities • Work within a collaborative and forward-thinking team