Maintenance Engineer

Advertised by Nicholas Associates

Location
Leicester, Leicestershire
Salary
£52,000 a year + OT = earnings of £60k and upwards
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Posted
28 October 2026
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Job description

Would you be competent maintaining automated production line machinery?

Do you want to work within modern purpose built manufacturing facilities for a company that manufacture a product that is always in demand?

If so then please read on!

The basics:

  • Pay: starting pay £52,000 (Salary increases yearly) + Overtime available - earnings of £60000 and upwards achievable
  • Shift pattern: 4 On, 4 Off (6-6 - Days & Nights)
  • Industry: Manufacturing
  • Holidays: 23 shifts
  • Pension: Salary sacrifice scheme
  • Location: Near Leicester Forest East
  • Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Overview:

Working in modern, purpose built (clean and warm) manufacturing facilities we now require a site-based Maintenance Engineer to join the team. Both mechanical and electrical engineers considered.

Key responsibilities of the Maintenance Engineer role:

  • To maintain service and repair all automated plant machinery to minimise production down time.
  • Provide technical support on all projects, installations and breakdowns
  • PPM's

The ideal candidate / Maintenance Engineer may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

  • Time served apprentice trained or above
  • Previous experience working in a maintenance focused role within a manufacturing/production environment or similar
  • An electrical understanding changing like for like parts and basic fault finding would be beneficial if you do not have electrical certifications (Electrical training can be given - the company provide electrical courses offsite)

Commutable from:

Mountsorrel, Barrow upon Soar, Loughborough, Rothley, Leicester and surrounding areas.

Interested?

If you are interested in the Maintenance Engineer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Reference 225774919

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