Night Shift Maintenance Engineer

Location: Croydon

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Shift: Night Shift (including weekends where required)

Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE

The Opportunity

A growing and fast-paced food manufacturing business is seeking a skilled Night Shift Maintenance Engineer to join its onsite engineering team.

This is a hands-on role where you will play a critical part in keeping production running efficiently, maintaining machinery, and minimising downtime across a busy manufacturing environment.

If you enjoy problem-solving, working autonomously, and being part of a high-performing operation, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.

The Role

Working as part of the engineering function, you will be responsible for both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across a range of production equipment and site facilities.

You’ll ensure all machinery operates safely, efficiently, and in line with food safety and compliance standards during night operations.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out planned preventative maintenance in line with site schedules

Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime

Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults

Maintain and repair equipment such as conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, and control systems

Work safely with 3-phase electrical systems

Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and efficiency

Ensure compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and food safety standards

Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

Work closely with production teams to support operational performance

Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment where required

About You

Experience within a manufacturing, food production, or FMCG environment (preferred)

Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills

Knowledge of PLC systems (advantageous but not essential)

Experience working with 3-phase systems

Good understanding of health & safety and compliance standards

Able to work independently and make decisions under pressure

Proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving ability

Relevant engineering qualification (electrical, mechanical, or multi-skilled)

What’s On Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

30 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Support for further qualifications and career progression

Health & wellbeing support and initiatives

Cycle to Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Regular team and social events

Opportunity to join a growing and supportive engineering team

Why Apply?

Key role within a fast-paced production environment

Opportunity to develop both technically and professionally

Stable, long-term position with progression opportunities

Work within a collaborative and forward-thinking team