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Are you a skilled engineer who thrives on keeping production running through the night?
We're working with a leading manufacturing organisation in Doncaster that's looking for an experienced Night Shift Engineer to join their high-performing Engineering team.
About the Role
As a Night Shift Engineer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring uninterrupted operations during night hours. You'll be responsible for effective maintenance, rapid fault-finding, and continuous improvement across the site, working with a skilled and supportive team that's committed to the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. This is a permanent night shift role, offering stability, autonomy, and opportunities for overtime and development.
What You'll Be Doing
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance and respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns during night shifts.
- Diagnose faults and implement long-term solutions to minimise downtime.
- Prioritise and manage your workload to meet operational KPIs and production demands.
- Work independently while maintaining strong communication with day-shift teams for effective handovers.
- Ensure all engineering activities comply with Health & Safety and Food Safety standards.
- Supervise contractors when required and maintain excellent housekeeping standards.
- Monitor spare parts usage and ensure machinery operates to site and manufacturer standards.
- Liaise with Operations, Technical, Quality, and other departments to support site performance.
About You
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
- At least 2 years' hands-on experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance (or equivalent qualifications).
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
- Comfortable working autonomously on nights, with a proactive and safety-first approach.
- Confident communicator, able to challenge constructively when required.
- Experience within food manufacturing and familiarity with Pirana CMMS are desirable.
Why Join?
- Join a forward-thinking, well-established organisation that values reliability and continuous improvement.
- Work in a supportive, safety-focused environment with strong engineering standards.
- Competitive night shift premium and comprehensive benefits package.
- Ongoing training and opportunities for career progression.
If you're a motivated Night Shift Engineer who enjoys responsibility, problem-solving, and making a real impact during critical operating hours, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and become a key part of a team that keeps the site running, night after night.
