Night Shift Maintenance Engineer

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application. 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 xehkeey 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