Maintenance Engineer
£35p/h
Days / Nights / Weekends
Location: Blackburn
gap technical are proud to be representing a market-leading manufacturing business in their search for an experienced Maintenance Engineer mechanical/electrical to support operations at their site in Blackburn
The Role
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the manufacturing process by responding to breakdowns, carrying out planned maintenance, and driving continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime
- Carry out planned and preventative maintenance activities
- Fault-find efficiently using machine history, documentation, and diagnostics
- Take ownership of a nominated production area
- Identify, correct, and modify recurring machine faults
- Work closely with production teams to maintain strong working relationships
- Train operational staff in minor maintenance tasks and assist with major repairs
- Ensure all machinery is maintained to a high engineering standard
- Actively contribute to reducing downtime and improving engineering processes
About You
- Time-served engineering apprenticeship (preferred)
- Either bias with strong hands‑on experience
- Proven experience with:
- 3 Phase Electrical Systems
- Motors, Drives, Safety Relays & PLC'S
- Gearboxes, welding, belts
- Packaging machinery
- Background in FMCG / Packaging / Plastics manufacturing is advantageous but not essential
- Strong communication skills with the ability to plan and organise workload effectively
- Flexible approach to shift patterns (days, nights, weekends)
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work with a market-leading manufacturing business
- Varied and challenging role in a fast-paced environment
Closing Date: 02/12/2026
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