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Line Maintenance Engineers
AeroProfessional Ltd
Peterborough
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

SkyTech, part of the Hi Fly Group, is looking for highly motivated Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (Line and Flying Spanners) with previous experience to support their dynamic aircraft operations.

SkyTech is an aircraft line maintenance provider based in Portugal, with several outstations around the world. The company is oriented to perform maintenance worldwide on Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, A340, A380 and BOMBARDIER CL-600-2B16. Main Services: Line Maintenance, Engine Replacement, Engine Boroscope Inspections, Minor Modifications, Defects Correction and Troubleshooting, AD’s, SB’s, MPD and Out Phase Tasks.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, international aviation environment where safety, reliability, and technical excellence are at the core of everything they do.

If you thrive on operational challenges and take pride in keeping aircraft mission-ready, we’d love to hear from you.

On offer is an open-ended contract with an attractive salary package.

Benefits Package:

  • 20 days ON / 18 Days OFF
  • Per Diems provided when down route
  • Shift allowance

Role Requirements:

  • Right to live and work in the EU
  • EASA - B1 or B2 license
  • A330 Type-Rating
  • A minimum of 6 months’ relevant experience within the last 2 years
  • Line Maintenance Experience

Application Process:

  1. Submit CV & documents to AeroProfessional
  2. Telephone interview with AeroProfessional
  3. Interview with Client
Multi-Skilled Engineer
Echo Personnel
Corby
In office
Junior - Mid
£60,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Multi Skilled Engineer
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days, Nights & Rotating)
Salary: Starting from £47,000 per annum + overtime at x1.5 (OTE up to £62,000)

Ready to engineer at the forefront of automation?

ECHO Personnel is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client, this is a PERMANENTrole based in Corby.Aglobal leader operating a cutting-edge, fully automated cold storage facility. This is not your average engineering role. Youll be working in a high-tech, high-bay environment (up to 120ft) where precision, reliability, and innovation keep the food supply chain moving.

Our client plays a critical role in connecting major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers worldwide. With advanced automation, intelligent systems, and a strong focus on sustainability, they are redefining what modern logistics looks like.

If you thrive in technically challenging environments and want to be part of a forward-thinking engineering team, this is your opportunity.

The Role

As a Multi Skilled Engineer, you will ensure the smooth operation of highly automated systems within a temperature-controlled environment reaching -23C. Youll carry out both planned and reactive maintenance, minimising downtime and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain critical automated systems including conveyors, cranes, cooling systems, and oxygen reduction systems
  • Deliver planned preventative and reactive maintenance to maximise uptime
  • Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults efficiently
  • Work towards KPIs while maintaining cost control and operational efficiency
  • Ensure full compliance with supplier guidelines and safety standards
  • Coordinate supplier service visits and protect warranty compliance
  • Support warehouse operations to maintain seamless workflow
  • Manage spare parts inventory in line with budget and policy
  • Provide accurate reporting to the Engineering Manager
  • Identify and implement energy-saving initiatives to enhance sustainability

What Were Looking ForEssential:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Multi-Skilled Engineering or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Apprentice-trained engineering background
  • Experience within an FMCG automated warehouse environment

Desirable:

  • Cold store and ammonia plant experience
  • Experience working at heights
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability

Personal Attributes:

  • Proactive, hands-on approach
  • Strong team player with clear communication skills
  • Flexible mindset suited to a 24/7 operational environment

Whats in It for You?

  • Starting salary of £47,000 with realistic OTE of £62,000
  • 4 on 4 off set shift pattern (Days & Nights)
  • 21 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 25 days with service
  • 5% employer pension contribution
  • 2x salary death in service benefit
  • Overtime available at enhanced rates
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Company Shop membership
  • Health & wellbeing support app (available to eligible family members)
  • Employee referral scheme
  • Free parking
  • Modern canteen facilities

Build Your Next Chapter

This is more than a maintenance role its an opportunity to join a business investing heavily in automation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. If youre ready to take your skills to new heights in a truly modern facility, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.

Refrigeration Engineer
MSrec Ltd
Peterborough
Hybrid
Mid
£45,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title:Refrigeration Engineer
Location:Peterborough (Workshop & Field-Based)
Salary:Up to £45,000 + Overtime + Company Van
Hours:Monday to Friday (No On-Call)

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a skilled Refrigeration Engineer based near Peterborough. This is a varied role combining workshop-based work with field service responsibilities.

You will be responsible for carrying out Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI), compressor changes, and supporting on-site service and maintenance across a range of refrigeration systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry outPre-Delivery Inspections (PDI)on refrigeration units
  • Performcompressor changesand associated repairs in the workshop
  • Attend customer sites to completeservice, maintenance, and fault finding
  • Diagnose and repair refrigeration system faults efficiently
  • Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with industry regulations
  • Complete relevant paperwork and reports for all work carried out
  • Provide excellent customer service when on-site

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Refrigeration Engineer
  • Strong knowledge of refrigeration systems and components
  • Experience withcompressor replacements and system diagnostics
  • F-Gas qualification (essential)
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Package

  • Salary up to£45,000(depending on experience)
  • No on-call rota
  • Overtime available
  • Company van provided
  • Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing business

About You

You will be a hands-on engineer who enjoys a mix of workshop and field-based work. This role would suit someone looking for a better work-life balance with no on-call, while still having the opportunity to increase earnings through overtime.

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Imperium Recruitment Ltd
Corby
In office
Mid
£50,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

MULTI SKILLED MAINTENANC ENGINEER
4 on 4 off
Days & Nights
Salary increasing to £50,850 after probationary period

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join the team at our clients busy distribution centre in Corby.

You will be responsible for the maintenance of a wide range of Material Handling Equipment including Automated Pallet Stackers, Mono rail, Conveyor Systems, Automated Stacker Cranes to name a few, so you will need to be confident working at height and you will have the opportunity to showcase your mechanical and electrical skills by collaborating with the wider engineering team and operators.

This role is critical in ensuring the smooth operation of all site machinery and equipment, maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and reliability in a temperature-controlled environment !

Key Responsibilities for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

  • Proven expertise in Mechanical and Electrical maintenance.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving maintenance environment.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to maintenance challenges.
  • Working to a planned maintenance schedule and responding to breakdowns.
  • Strong Attention to details
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, essential for collaborating with colleagues and external partners.
  • Confident working at Heights

Skills and Qualifications Required for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

  • Relevant technical qualifications or certifications in mechanical and electrical engineering, Level 2 may be considered for this position.
  • Previous experience in a maintenance role within the Engineering & Manufacturing sector
  • Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and best practices.
  • Experience with CMMS systems.

Salary and Benefits of a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

  • Salary £47,700 rising to £50,850 after probationary period
  • 4 on 4 off
  • Days & Nights
  • Pension
  • On Going Training
  • Career progression

If you are a strong team player and feel you have the right skill set and experience for this position please click apply or contact the Permanent Vacancies team on 07443 359151 for more information.

Maintenance Engineer
APEX APPOINT LTD
Spalding
In office
Mid - Senior
£40,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

A well-established food manufacturing business is looking to recruit an experiencedMaintenance Engineerto support engineering operations at their production site in Sutton Bridge, Lincolnshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable manufacturing environment working aday shift pattern Monday to Friday, supporting the maintenance and reliability of production equipment across the facility.

The Role

As Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring production machinery and site services are maintained to a high standard, supporting operational efficiency across the factory.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance across production machinery
  • Responding to breakdowns and identifying root causes of faults
  • Maintaining production equipment including conveyors, fillers, packers and washers
  • Working closely with production teams to minimise downtime
  • Supporting modifications and improvements to machinery where possible
  • Liaising with external engineering contractors when required
  • Ensuring contractors operate safely and in line with site health and safety standards

Requirements

To be considered for the role, you should have:

  • Experience working as aMaintenance Engineer within a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge ofelectrical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics and motor drives
  • Experience maintaining production or packaging equipment
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
  • A recognisedmechanical or electrical engineering qualification

Experience withinfood manufacturing or FMCGenvironments would be beneficial but is not essential.

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary starting from£43,500 per year
  • Overtime available at enhanced rates
  • Weekly site performance bonus
  • Company pension
  • Paid breaks
  • Life insurance (2x salary)
  • Medicash health plan for you and your family
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Discounted food
  • On-site parking
  • Staff canteen
  • Access to a24/7 GP and counselling servicethrough an employee assistance programme
Maintenance Engineer
Eko Talent
Multiple locations
In office
Mid - Senior
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

£57,500 Basic Salary + Overtime

Package - Performance Bonus / Extensive Career Development

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to support our clients engineering team. This is an exciting time to join a company on the forefront of renewable and sustainable material processing.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring all mechanical and electrical systems are safe, efficient, and compliant production, while maximising plant availability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Day-to-day maintenance operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production
  • Ensure full compliance with UK health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Optimise production performance, efficiency, and availability in line with output targets
  • Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and planning teams to minimise downtime
  • Contribute to outage maintenance planning, commissioning activities, and performance testing
  • Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained to the highest standard, including automated production lines, robotics, conveyor systems, and associated mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
  • Diagnose faults efficiently to minimise downtime and maintain production efficiency
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, safety, and cost efficiency
  • Assist production teams with machinery setups and breakdowns, delivering guidance and training where appropriate

Essential Requirements:

  • Qualified Mechanical or Electrically Biased Engineer
  • Proven experience in a electrical engineering position within a manufacturing or industrial processing facility

How to Apply:
To apply for the Maintenance Engineer, please submit your CV via this advert.

Commissioning Engineer
OAL Group
Peterborough
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Location: Peterborough based, PE2 6YN - Regular UK Travel Expected
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Excellent Benefits!
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Benefits: Company Van, Flexible Working, Generous Holiday Package, Pension Scheme, Death in Service Benefit, Continuous Learning (professional fees covered), Smart Health (24/7 online GP), Mental Health & Wellbeing Support

Founded in 1993, OAL is an innovative, family-owned engineering business based in Peterborough, driven by technology and a passion for transforming the food industry.

We specialise in AI, automation, and robotics solutions that help food manufacturers boost productivity, ensure compliance, and stay ahead of the curve.

Are you a skilled Commissioning Engineer with a passion for automation, problem-solving, and delivering exceptional customer service Join our team at OAL and help bring cutting-edge automation and control solutions to life for leading food manufacturers across the UK.

This is a hands-on, field-focused role where no two days are the same. You’ll play a crucial part in ensuring our innovative systems are commissioned safely, efficiently and to specification directly contributing to successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.

As a Commissioning Engineer, you’ll be the face of OAL on customer sites, working closely with Project Managers, engineering teams and production teams to commission automation systems within food manufacturing environments.

Based in Peterborough, the role involves regular travel (approx. 80% site-based), providing both technical expertise and exceptional customer support.

As our Commissioning Engineer you will:

Perform on-site commissioning activities in line with project requirements.
Collaborate with internal engineering and project teams to deliver systems on time and to spec.
Build strong customer relationships, ensuring minimal disruption to production during commissioning.
Provide training on systems and applications to customers.
Create and maintain all commissioning documentation.
Identify and troubleshoot faults, including implementing and testing modifications.
Offer technical support to internal teams and customers.
Contribute to continuous improvement of products, systems and processes.
Ensure all activities are executed safely and in line with company policies and risk assessments.
Maintain professional behaviour and promote OAL positively at all times.
Capture customer feedback and report business opportunities identified on site.
Support agreed budgets, timeframes, and project constraints.
Commit to ongoing personal development.

Key Experience & Skills

Essential

Degree or equivalent qualification in IT, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with IT systems including Windows, networking and SQL.
Previous PLC experience.
Proven commissioning experience in an industrial or automation environment.
Strong communication, interpersonal and customer-facing skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Understanding of food manufacturing processes.
Full UK driving licence.
Willingness to travel and stay away from home as required.

It would be great if you had:

Automation or controls engineering experience.
Commissioning experience in food or FMCG environments.
Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.

Life at OAL

At OAL, we believe our people are key to our success. We expect everyone to act professionally, work collaboratively and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

At OAL, your ideas matter.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer - everyone is welcome!

Click on APPLY today. No agencies please!

Catering Engineer
CV Bay Ltd
Peterborough
In office
Mid
£42,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Commercial Catering Engineer
To cover Peterborough - Local work only

Basic up to £40,000 / Local work only / Personal use of van / Overtime rates / Very rare call out

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Commercial Catering Engineer to work within our specialist catering team. We are a service partner to some of the leading manufacturers of catering equipment, our in-house engineers take great pride in ensuring products are of superb quality! Our main client base includes restaurants, cafes, hotels, restaurants and pubs.

As a Commercial Catering Engineer, your key responsibilities will include service, maintenance, repair and fault finding of gas and electric kitchen equipment. This role is field based and will require you to be customer facing as well as meeting clients around the Peterborough area.

Previous Experience Required
COMCAT 1,3,5 (Essential)
Full Drivers License (Essential)
Relevant experience working on commercial catering equipment
Electrical experience (not required but an advantage)

Package Overview
Basic salary starting from £35,000 - £40,000 (Depending on experience)
40 hour working week
Local work only
Very rare call out
20 Days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Transit van and fuel card / personal use of van
Smart Phone
Uniform and tools
Pension
Sick pay after probation period
On Call 1 in 8
Paid at 1.5 Monday – Saturday
Double time on Sunday’s & Bank Holidays

Top up training provided and funded if required.

If this position is of interest to you please call #Fern @ CV Bay Ltd on (phone number removed)

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Multi Skilled Engineer
Pioneer Selection
Peterborough
In office
Mid - Senior
£40,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

MULTI-SKILLED MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Job Title: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Location: Wisbech

Salary: £43,000 -£44,000

Shift: Days - 8:00am-5:00pm (9-hour shifts)

Job Role of the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a market-leading FMCG manufacturer operating highly automated production and packaging equipment.

This is a day-based position within a close-knit and high-performing engineering team. The business invests heavily in its people and technology, offering engineers autonomy, project exposure and the chance to work on continuous improvement initiatives including robotics projects.

The successful Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for maintaining and improving production machinery and site services, supporting both planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown activities across the site.

This is a business where Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineers are trusted to self-organise - you will not be micromanaged and will be expected to take ownership of your work.

Sector - FMCG Manufacturing

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

  • Multi Skilled Maintenance Experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • Engineering Qualification
  • Hands-on experience with both pre-planned, reactive, and breakdown maintenance
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability

Requirements for the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

  • Experience maintaining automated machinery
  • Experience working on electrical and mechanical fault

Desirable Requirements for the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

  • Food manufacturing experience
  • Experience supporting robotics projects
  • PLC fault finding experience
  • Ability to carry out overhauls and continuous improvement project work

The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Will Benefit From:

  • Salary up to £44,000
  • Working for a stable, growing FMCG manufacturer
  • Day-based shift pattern
  • Exposure to project and continuous improvement work
  • Supportive and high-performing engineering team
  • Overtime opportunities

Additional Information

  • No holidays can be taken in December due to peak production (apart from Christmas Day)
  • The team is close-knit, high energy and passionate about driving and maintaining engineering standards.
  • This role would suit someone who takes pride in their work and thrives in a collaborative, hardworking environment.

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Savannah Wells at Pioneer Selection - /

As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.

You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.

Maintenance Engineer
Bespak
Multiple locations
In office
Junior - Mid
£50,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Bespak are looking for a Maintenance Engineer for the Kings Lynn site, PE30 2JJ. The salary range for this permanent, onsite role is between £50k and £53k plus a discretionary annual bonus.Our generous benefits package includes 28 days leave plus bank holidays, 8% company pension contribution to employees 3%, onsite parking and medical / dental / health / life assurance.

Working Pattern - 4 on 4 off -Mon 6am to 6pm / Tue 6am to 6pm / Wed 6pm to 6am / Thu 6pm to 6am Fri+Sat+Sun+Mon off - Start the next shift on Tue at 6am for your next 4-day pattern.

Once you click apply, you will be redirected to our company website to make your application.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of our advanced manufacturing equipment, including cam-driven assembly systems and robotic injection moulding machines. Your role will involve a mix of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs, where you will conduct root cause investigations to prevent future failures. You will also support equipment installation projects, identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and provide technical advice to the manufacturing teams. You will perform these duties in our modern, clean, and temperature-controlled facility. This all takes place within a company that has an outstanding health and safety culture, ensuring all work complies with the highest standards.

As a Maintenance Engineer your duties will include:

  • Completing reactive repairs and root cause investigations.
  • Scheduling and carrying out planned preventative maintenance.
  • Assisting with equipment installation, debug, and validation.
  • Identifying and proposing continuous process improvement opportunities.
  • Providing technical advice and support to manufacturing teams.
  • Ensuring all work complies with strict H&S regulations.

Maintenance Engineer, preferred key skills and experience:

  • Experience of working in a fast moving, manufacturing environment
  • Level 3 engineering Apprenticeship / HNC or degree (or equivalent).
  • Experience with PLC, HMI, and pneumatic control systems.
  • Ability to use drawing manuals and circuit diagrams.
  • Experience of mechanical and electrical maintenance.
  • Knowledge of vision, printer or laser marking systems.

Maintenance Engineer,benefits:

28 days holiday + bank holidays | 8% employer contribution added to employees 3% | Private medical insurance | Private dental Insurance | Permanent health Insurance | Group life assurance | Free will service | Active well-being programme | Employee Retail Discount Platform | Recognition awards | Free Parking|

This could suite someone who has experience as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician / Engineer, Electro / Mechanical, Engineering Technician, Electrical & Mechanical, Engineering Technician, or recently qualified Engineering Level 3 / HNC Apprenticeship role.

We are a pharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) that offers development and manufacturing solutions for a variety of medications, including medical devices such as pressurized metered dose inhalers (pMDI), soft mist inhalers (SMI), dry powder inhalers (DPI), nasal sprays and medical check valves.

Kings Lynn is a market town steeped in history with an hourly direct rail link to Cambridge (1 hour) and London (2 hours). The location is close to the beautiful Norfolk coastline and is an hoursdrive to the cities of Norwich and Peterborough.The population is nearly 43,000 and offers various amenities, including supermarkets, a shopping centre, restaurants, 9 junior schools 3 high schools, 5 GP practices, a hospital and College.

As an ethical employer we align our BZero sustainability initiative aim to be accredited to SBTI which means we are on a road to carbon reduction targeting net zero and are proud to be ISO certified in 14001, 45001 and 13485.

A full job description can be downloaded on the application Screen.

Our core values are Customer Focussed, Respectful, Collaborative, and Agile these are woven into the fabric of our business and the values we measure ourselves by.

We are flexible. We understand that there is a life outside of work, so we aim to support you in attaining a happy work/life balance. To cater for employees individual circumstances, and where possible, we agree flexible working arrangements.

We value our inclusivity as we believe diversity should be embraced and celebrated. We live and work by these values and that is what makes our company a great place to work.

We are proud to be a disability positive employer. We will support you throughout the recruitment process with any adjustments you require therefore please contact the Recruitment Team if you require support.

By applying to this role, you are giving consent to Bespak Limited to process your personal data for employment/recruitment purposes only. All personal and sensitive data processed to Bespak is protected under GDPR regulations. To find out more about our privacy policy please visit our website or contact the local HR team.

Strictly No Agencies - Our in-house recruitment team manage all our vacancies.

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Frequently asked questions
Peterborough offers a range of Firmware Engineer positions, including roles in embedded systems, IoT device development, automotive firmware, and industrial automation. Job listings vary from entry-level to senior positions across different industries.
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