Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Engineer
Location: County Antrim
Salary: £46,500
Hours: 34.5 hours per week (rotating shifts)
Description:
We are hiring for our client, a leading manufacturer with a strong reputation for operational excellence and investment in technology. Due to continued growth and production demands, they are seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their high-performing engineering team in County Antrim.
This is a permanent opportunity offering a competitive salary and a progressive environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are part of the company culture. The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance across a range of complex industrial equipment, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:
- Competitive salary of £46,500
- Industry-leading organisation with modern facilities
- 3-shift pattern offering excellent work-life balance (34.5 hrs/week)
The Role:
- Provide electrical and mechanical maintenance support across production lines
- Diagnose and repair equipment faults, ensuring minimal downtime
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and planned maintenance schedules
- Collaborate with production and engineering teams to meet output targets
- Maintain compliance with health and safety and quality standards
The Person:
- Third-level qualification in Engineering (essential)
- Industrial/factory maintenance experience, ideally within a fast-paced environment
- Strong electrical fault-finding and cross-skilling capabilities
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team
- Flexible approach to working shifts and supporting operational needs
The Reward:
- Salary of £46,500
- 34.5-hour week across a rotating shift pattern (work-life balance focus)
- Permanent role in a well-established, growing organisation
- Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development opportunities
Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage
For further information, and to apply for this Maintenance Engineer job, please contact Calum Cowie. Visit our website for a full list of Engineering & Manufacturing opportunities.
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Salary is negotiable depending on experience. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of response.