The role
We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join our Engineering Team. In this hands‑on role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring our machinery and equipment run safely, reliably, and efficiently; helping us maintain the high standards our customers expect. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where no two days are the same. You’ll play a key role in planned maintenance, breakdown response, and continuous improvement activities, contributing to the smooth operation of our production line.
What you’ll do
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on a range of machinery and equipment
- Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns, minimising downtime
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
- Work collaboratively with the production and engineering teams to ensure machinery is operating at peak performance
- Contribute to ongoing improvement projects and machine upgrades
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and support compliance with health and safety standards
What you’ll need
- Ability to work a Panama shift pattern – 2‑week rotation of days and nights. 2‑2‑3 cycle
- A recognised qualification in Engineering (mechanical or electrical)
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance role
- Strong fault‑finding skills and the ability to work under pressure
- A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement
- Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to work shifts and support occasional out‑of‑hours maintenance if required
What you’ll get
- Healthcare cash plan
- Employee assistance programme
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Pension (6% employer contribution)
- Annual profit share
- Discounted gym membership
- Free fruit & coffee machines
- Subsidised vending machines
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
VEKA embraces diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us in cultivating a workplace that celebrates individuality and promotes collaboration.
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We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join our Engineering Team. In this hands‑on role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring our machinery and equipment run safely, reliably, and efficiently; helping us maintain the high standards our customers expect. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where no two days are the same. You’ll play a key role in planned maintenance, breakdown response, and continuous improvement activities, contributing to the smooth operation of our production line.
What you’ll do
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on a range of machinery and equipment
- Respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns, minimising downtime
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
- Work collaboratively with the production and engineering teams to ensure machinery is operating at peak performance
- Contribute to ongoing improvement projects and machine upgrades
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and support compliance with health and safety standards
What you’ll need
- Ability to work a Panama shift pattern – 2‑week rotation of days and nights. 2‑2‑3 cycle
- A recognised qualification in Engineering (mechanical or electrical)
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance role
- Strong fault‑finding skills and the ability to work under pressure
- A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement
- Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to work shifts and support occasional out‑of‑hours maintenance if required
What you’ll get
- Healthcare cash plan
- Employee assistance programme
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Pension (6% employer contribution)
- Annual profit share
- Discounted gym membership
- Free fruit & coffee machines
- Subsidised vending machines
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
VEKA embraces diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us in cultivating a workplace that celebrates individuality and promotes collaboration.
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