Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

2 weeks ago

Bolton, Bolton, United Kingdom Vernacare Full time £45,000 - £55,000 per year

Role: Mechanically Biased Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Technician

Location:
Bolton Site

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Rotating Shifts - 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am

Join Vernacare - Shaping the Future of Healthcare Sustainability

At Vernacare, we're driven by a mission to deliver sustainable Infection Prevention, Clinical Waste Management, and Surgical Solutions that make a real difference. With a proud heritage in British manufacturing and five facilities across England and Wales, we're pioneers in developing innovative products that improve the lives of patients, residents, and healthcare professionals worldwide.

About The Role
We're looking for a mechanically biased Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic Engineering team at our Bolton site. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you'll be responsible for maintaining and improving the performance of our manufacturing equipment, with a particular focus on mechanical systems.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong mechanical background in FMCG or industrial manufacturing who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance across the site, including planned, reactive, and condition-based tasks.
  • Troubleshoot and repair equipment to minimize production downtime.
  • Collaborate with production teams to improve machinery reliability and performance.
  • Support and contribute to daily production and engineering meetings.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Six Sigma and 5S activities.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and hazard-free working environment.
  • Assist with general engineering administration and documentation.

What We're Looking For

  • 2-3 years' experience in a maintenance role within an FMCG or manufacturing environment.
  • NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (essential).
  • Strong working knowledge of:
  • Electrical and mechanical systems
  • PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred)
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Basic welding and fabrication
  • Robotics and vision systems
  • Familiarity with Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality regulations.
  • Basic IT skills (Word, Email, CMMS).
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for engineering excellence.

Why Join Vernacare?

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and reward your contributions:

  • Life Insurance – 4x salary
  • 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
  • Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
  • EV & Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Schemes
  • Employee Assistance Programme – includes 24/7 GP access
  • Mental Health First Aiders
  • Refer a Friend Scheme - up to £1,000
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Quarterly Impact Awards - up to £2,500
  • Manager Recognition Awards

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a skilled technician looking to join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, sustainability, and teamwork — we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of something meaningful

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