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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer Opportunity - Leading UK Horticultural Manufacturer (Alconbury Site)
- Shifts: Monday to Friday days NO WEEKEND WORK
- Salary starting at 45k
Key Responsibilities as a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer:
Prioritise breakdown response and keep communication lines open (walkie-talkie provided).
Conduct regular PPMs and monthly safety checks (e.g. emergency lighting, LEV systems).
Troubleshoot and repair machinery across electrical and mechanical systems (motors, gearboxes, bearings, etc.).
Support with basic PLC fault-finding, fabrication, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
Maintain on-site facilities including lighting, plumbing, compressors, and waste systems.
Assist with production setups when needed, especially during peak periods.
Candidate Profile for the Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer:
A safety-first mindset and attention to detail.
Strong diagnostic skills with a methodical approach to fault-finding.
- Basic electrical qualifications, City and Guilds level 3 and 18th edition
Hands-on experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance.
Ability to remain productive during downtime by supporting project work and site upkeep.
Benefits & Perks:
WPA Health Insurance with access to app-based services.
Perkbox membership for savings and discounts.
Flexible working hours with mutual give-and-take.
Additional holiday days awarded after three years of service (up to three extra days).
Regular training and development opportunities with career progression potential.
Core weekday hours with only occasional late shifts and rare weekend work.
Please Note:
The working environment can be dusty (within legal safety limits), which may affect asthma sufferers.
Peak season runs from December to May, during which long holidays cannot overlap.
Some flexibility will be required to meet the needs of a seasonal business.
Join one of the UK's top horticultural groups, a market leader in gardening products for both amateur and professional gardeners. This business boasts over 750 employees
We're currently recruiting a Maintenance Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team supporting a high-volume production environment focused on fertilisers and chemicals.
