Maintenance Engineer in Exeter, Devon
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Maintenance Engineer
Location: Exeter
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Hours: 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights – 6am–6pm / 6pm–6am)
We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and growing operation based in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically biased engineer who is also comfortable carrying out mechanical maintenance within a fast-paced industrial environment.
Working a 4 on / 4 off rotating days and nights shift pattern, you will play a key role in ensuring plant reliability, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous production.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond effectively to breakdowns to maximise plant uptime
* Ensure machinery is returned to operation quickly and safely following faults
* Support long-term maintenance planning alongside the Engineering Team Manager (ETM)
* Perform routine maintenance on boilers and associated systems
* Maintain and monitor pressure systems, including steam, condensate, and compressed air
* Ensure all plant is safely isolated for maintenance, cleaning, and contractor work
* Issue and manage Permits to Work and Isolation Certificates in line with procedures
* Assist and supervise contractors on site when required
* Accurately record all maintenance activities using internal systems and logs
* Report and manage spare parts usage to ensure availability for future repairs
* Maintain high housekeeping standards across the site
* Promote a “right first time” approach to maintenance, implementing long-term solutions
* Adhere to all Health & Safety legislation, including safe systems of work and risk assessments
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations including Electricity at Work Regulations, LOLER, ISO 14001 & ISO 50001
* Support environmental initiatives, including spill response and prevention
* Assist production teams and contribute to ongoing site improvements
About You
* Electrically qualified with strong fault-finding skills
* Mechanically competent with hands-on maintenance experience
* Experience working with boilers and steam systems
* Strong understanding of health & safety practices, including COSHH
* A proactive, self-motivated team player with a positive attitude
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
* First Aid qualification (desirable)
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of £45,000
* Structured 4 on / 4 off shift pattern providing a great work-life balance
* Opportunity to join a stable and supportive engineering team
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
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- Location:
- Exeter
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Engineering, Maintenance