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MULTI-SKILLED MAINTENANCE ENGINEER Job Title: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Norwich Salary: £54,000 + Overtime Shift: Days and Nights Job Role of the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer A superb opportunity has arisen for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a supportive and collaborative engineering team within a busy manufacturing site based near Norwich. The company prides itself on a positive working culture where teamwork and mutual respect are at the centre of daily operations. Working within a team of two Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer's per shift, you will need to be confident working independently and capable of making decisions under pressure when required. The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineerwill be responsible for both electrical and mechanical maintenance, responding to breakdowns, completing planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across site machinery. Sector - Factory Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer • Multi-skilled maintenance experience within an industrial manufacturing environment., • Strong electrical bias with hands-on fault-finding ability., • Experience with pre-planned, reactive and breakdown maintenance in a fast-paced production setting., • Electrical and mechanical fault-finding experience., • Engineering qualification (Electrical or Mechanical - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)., • Experience fault finding on PLC systems (Siemens or Schneider), using inputs and outputs., • Experience working on process-driven or automated material handling equipment., • Competitive Salary, • Working for a stable, market-leading manufacturing business., • Strong engineering team culture with investment in reliability., • Excellent benefits package including pension and additional employee perks. For further details contact Begum Halil at Pioneer Selection. As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply - please see our website for further details.

Shift Engineering Lead Location: North Norfolk Salary: £53,000 per annum (£23.61/hour + ~£3,000 shift allowance) Shift Pattern: Rotating Days & Nights (42 hours per week) Positions Available: 2 The Role We are recruiting for a hands-on Shift Engineering Lead to join a high-performing maintenance function within a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment. Reporting into the Maintenance Manager, you will take full responsibility for engineering performance on shift, leading a team of up to 12 engineers while remaining technically active on the tools. This role suits an electrically biased engineer with strong leadership experience who thrives in a clean, structured production environment. Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and support a team of multi-skilled engineers across rotating day and night shifts. Remain fully hands-on, responding to breakdowns and completing planned preventative maintenance (PPM). Ensure maximum equipment availability, efficiency, and reliability across the shift. Promote and enforce a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all health and safety procedures. Work closely with production teams to prioritise maintenance activity and minimise downtime. Coach and mentor engineers to support skills development and performance improvement. Accurately document maintenance activity and contribute to reliability and continuous improvement initiatives. Equipment & Systems You will be working with a wide range of automated production and packaging equipment, including: Conveyors and material handling systems Multi-head weighers, bagging and case packing machinery Palletisers and robotic systems Thermal and process equipment Typical Faults & Technical Exposure PLC fault-finding (inputs/outputs) Sensors, relays, and control circuits Control panels and three-phase systems Inverters and motor control Hydraulics and pneumatics Mechanical components including bearings, belts, chains, and motors Candidate Requirements Proven experience as a Shift Engineer, Engineering Team Leader, or Shift Supervisor Strong electrical fault-finding capability with a solid mechanical background Engineering qualification at Level 3 or completion of a recognised apprenticeship Background within a clean, high-volume manufacturing environment Confident leading teams and prioritising workloads during high-pressure situations Comfortable working rotating day and night shifts Shift Pattern Rotating continental-style shifts including days and nights: 06:45 – 19:15 (Days) 18:45 – 07:15 (Nights) Package & Benefits £53,000 per annum (£23.61/hour) Approx. £3,000 unsociable hours allowance Paid overtime at time and a quarter Pension scheme Life assurance Training and development opportunities Employee assistance programme Free on-site parking Why Apply? This is a stable, long-term opportunity offering responsibility, autonomy, and exposure to a highly automated operation. While short-term progression is limited, there is strong potential for long-term development within the engineering function

Maintenance Manager Location: North Norfolk Salary: £65,000 per annum Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (42 hours per week) Positions Available: 1 The Role We are recruiting an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead all on-site engineering activities within a highly automated manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you will have full responsibility for maintenance performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across the site, managing a team of up to 10 direct reports. This is a leadership-focused role with strong technical oversight, requiring a manager who can balance people development, operational delivery, and engineering best practice. Key Responsibilities Safety, Health & Environment Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, and environmental standards. Promote a safety-first culture across the engineering function. People Leadership Lead, develop, and performance-manage the engineering team. Drive training, coaching, and succession planning. Maintenance & Reliability Deliver effective planned, reactive, and predictive maintenance strategies. Improve equipment reliability, availability, and maintenance standards. Oversee critical spares, stores management, and asset care. Systems & Compliance Ensure accuracy and effective use of the CMMS. Maintain legislative and engineering compliance across the site. Set and monitor quality standards for all maintenance activity. Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvement initiatives across systems, processes, and people. Support on-site projects and contribute to daily operational meetings. Work cross-functionally to align engineering priorities with operational needs. Equipment & Technical Environment You will oversee maintenance of a wide range of automated and process equipment, including: Conveyors and material handling systems Automated packaging and robotic systems Process and thermal equipment Common fault areas include PLC I/O, sensors, relays, control panels, three-phase systems, inverters, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, belts, chains, and motors. Candidate Requirements Proven experience in an Engineering Manager or Maintenance Manager role Strong background within a factory or manufacturing environment Engineering qualification (apprenticeship, HNC, HND, or equivalent) Strong understanding of maintenance strategy, compliance, and reliability Confident people leader with experience managing multi-skilled teams Comfortable working in a clean, high-volume production environment Package & Benefits £65,000 per annum Pension scheme Life assurance 28 days holiday (inclusive) Training and development opportunities Employee assistance programme Free on-site parking Why Apply? This is a stable, long-term leadership role offering autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to shape maintenance strategy and team development within a well-established operation