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