Maintenance Engineer

Location: Exeter

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Hours: 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights – 6am–6pm / 6pm–6am)

We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and growing operation based in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically biased engineer who is also comfortable carrying out mechanical maintenance within a fast-paced industrial environment.

Working a 4 on / 4 off rotating days and nights shift pattern, you will play a key role in ensuring plant reliability, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous production.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond effectively to breakdowns to maximise plant uptime

* Ensure machinery is returned to operation quickly and safely following faults

* Support long-term maintenance planning alongside the Engineering Team Manager (ETM)

* Perform routine maintenance on boilers and associated systems

* Maintain and monitor pressure systems, including steam, condensate, and compressed air

* Ensure all plant is safely isolated for maintenance, cleaning, and contractor work

* Issue and manage Permits to Work and Isolation Certificates in line with procedures

* Assist and supervise contractors on site when required

* Accurately record all maintenance activities using internal systems and logs

* Report and manage spare parts usage to ensure availability for future repairs

* Maintain high housekeeping standards across the site

* Promote a “right first time” approach to maintenance, implementing long-term solutions

* Adhere to all Health & Safety legislation, including safe systems of work and risk assessments

* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations including Electricity at Work Regulations, LOLER, ISO 14001 & ISO 50001

* Support environmental initiatives, including spill response and prevention

* Assist production teams and contribute to ongoing site improvements

About You

* Electrically qualified with strong fault-finding skills

* Mechanically competent with hands-on maintenance experience

* Experience working with boilers and steam systems

* Strong understanding of health & safety practices, including COSHH

* A proactive, self-motivated team player with a positive attitude

* Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

* First Aid qualification (desirable)

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary of £45,000

* Structured 4 on / 4 off shift pattern providing a great work-life balance

* Opportunity to join a stable and supportive engineering team

* Ongoing training and development opportunities