Maintenance Engineer

2026-02-12

2 shifts

Permanent


Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer – Electrical Bias

? Location: Lichfield

? Salary: £51,000 per annum

? Shift Pattern: Panama Shift – 12-hour shifts (7am–7pm & 7pm–7am), rotating days and nights

Are you a talented Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical background? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a dynamic and expanding engineering team at a leading food manufacturing site in Lichfield.


The Role

As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be part of a close-knit team responsible for maintaining specialist machinery and equipment across the site. You’ll carry out planned and reactive maintenance, troubleshoot faults, and ensure smooth factory operations. With a new production facility underway, this is a great time to join and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.


Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and repair production equipment and machinery
  • Perform site-wide preventative maintenance
  • Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime
  • Support factory start-up and equipment testing
  • Complete documentation accurately and on time


What We’re Looking For

  • Recognised engineering qualification or apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
  • Strong multi-skilled background in both mechanical and electrical disciplines
  • Experience in a controlled manufacturing environment (food industry experience is a plus)
  • Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills
  • Understanding of statutory requirements and food safety
  • Proactive approach to health and safety


What You’ll Get

  • Competitive salary of £51,000
  • Life Assurance – 3x basic salary
  • Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support including Remote GP
  • 23 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
  • Option to purchase an extra week of holiday
  • Personalised induction and ongoing training
  • Discounts with major retailers, salary finance schemes, and more
  • Recognition awards, engagement days, attendance incentives
  • Free staff transport covering Lichfield, Burton on Trent, Cannock, Rugeley, and Burntwood


Ready for a Fresh Challenge?

If you’re a driven and skilled engineer looking to grow your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out for a confidential chat with our recruitment team.




Engineering

Engineering

435 - Gi Pro - Technical

Lichfield - Staffordshire



Maintenance Engineer
Permanent / Lichfield
Location:
Lichfield
Sector:
Engineering
Job Type:
Engineering
Number of vacancies:
1
Reference code:
435
Gi Group Team:
Gi Pro - Technical
Date Vacancy Posted:
2026-02-12

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer – Electrical Bias

? Location: Lichfield

? Salary: £51,000 per annum

? Shift Pattern: Panama Shift – 12-hour shifts (7am–7pm & 7pm–7am), rotating days and nights

Are you a talented Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical background? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a dynamic and expanding engineering team at a leading food manufacturing site in Lichfield.


The Role

As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be part of a close-knit team responsible for maintaining specialist machinery and equipment across the site. You’ll carry out planned and reactive maintenance, troubleshoot faults, and ensure smooth factory operations. With a new production facility underway, this is a great time to join and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.


Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and repair production equipment and machinery
  • Perform site-wide preventative maintenance
  • Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime
  • Support factory start-up and equipment testing
  • Complete documentation accurately and on time


What We’re Looking For

  • Recognised engineering qualification or apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
  • Strong multi-skilled background in both mechanical and electrical disciplines
  • Experience in a controlled manufacturing environment (food industry experience is a plus)
  • Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills
  • Understanding of statutory requirements and food safety
  • Proactive approach to health and safety


What You’ll Get

  • Competitive salary of £51,000
  • Life Assurance – 3x basic salary
  • Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support including Remote GP
  • 23 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
  • Option to purchase an extra week of holiday
  • Personalised induction and ongoing training
  • Discounts with major retailers, salary finance schemes, and more
  • Recognition awards, engagement days, attendance incentives
  • Free staff transport covering Lichfield, Burton on Trent, Cannock, Rugeley, and Burntwood


Ready for a Fresh Challenge?

If you’re a driven and skilled engineer looking to grow your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out for a confidential chat with our recruitment team.



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