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Reliability Maintenance Engineer Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a proactive and skilled Reliability Maintenance Engineer to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations through a reliability-led maintenance strategy. The successful candidate will focus on maximising equipment availability, improving asset performance, reducing repeat equipment failures, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and packaging operations. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and is committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, and fault finding on manufacturing and packaging equipment. Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns to minimise production downtime. Monitor production efficiency and equipment performance to identify reliability improvements. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and operational performance. Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation using CMMS / maintenance management systems. Assess and manage spare parts requirements to support maintenance activities. Ensure all engineering activities are carried out in line with company procedures, GMP requirements, and relevant legislation. Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health & safety, and quality compliance. Support cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering Stores, Purchasing, and Health & Safety. Assist with the training and development of engineering apprentices and share technical knowledge across the team. Prioritise workload effectively to meet operational demands and business objectives. Work flexibly across different areas of the factory as required. Report any quality or food safety concerns to the relevant Supervisor or Manager. Carry out additional reasonable duties as requested by management. Skills & Experience Required Essential Time-served engineer or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled). Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment within a similar maintenance engineering role. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills in a production-based environment. Experience with planned and preventative maintenance systems. Working knowledge of CMMS / maintenance management systems. Good understanding of manufacturing processes, packaging equipment, and associated plant machinery. Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Flexible and adaptable approach to work. Desirable Experience working within a Pharmaceutical, GMP, food, or regulated manufacturing environment. Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Experience coaching or mentoring apprentices or junior engineers. Key Competencies Reliability-focused mindset Strong technical and analytical skills Effective planning and organisation Continuous improvement approach Commitment to health, safety, and quality standards Team collaboration and knowledge sharing Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Working Relationships The Reliability Maintenance Engineer will work closely with: Engineering Management and RME Area Leads Production Supervisors and Operators Engineering Teams, including Stores and Purchasing Health & Safety Department

Are you a mechanically biased Engineer that enjoys working a night shift and would welcome a 4-day working week? Are you used to working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ideally within bottling or aerosol manufacturing? Are you happy being the Lead Engineer on shift, responsible for breakdowns, when necessary, whilst also being passionate about efficiencies and continuous improvement? If so, this role may be for you! Aspion Engineering are partnered with a well-established FMCG business based on the Wirral that, due to customer demand and continued growth, are expanding their engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanically biased Engineer looking to take ownership on shift within a fast-paced production environment. The business can offer some strong growth and development, and they offer strong investment into the site, and the chance to play a key role across production performance and engineering reliability. Package - 4-day working week / Monday to Thursday 10pm - 8am - Night shift position - 16-month guaranteed contract with view to go permanent -£50,000 - £53,000 depending on experience (Overtimes available not guaranteed) - Pension scheme - Training & development opportunities - On-site parking Key Responsibilities - Act as the Lead Engineer on the night shift supporting production operations - Carry out reactive and planned maintenance across production machinery and site equipment - Respond to breakdowns quickly and efficiently to minimise downtime - Fault find across mechanical, pneumatic, and production systems - Support continuous improvement and engineering efficiency projects - Work closely with production teams to ensure targets and KPIs are achieved - Assist with machine changeovers and line optimisation - Ensure engineering standards and health & safety procedures are maintained at all times - Update maintenance systems and complete engineering documentation accurately Requirements - Mechanically biased Engineer with a minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification - Strong background within FMCG, bottling, aerosol, or fast-paced manufacturing environments - Strong pneumatics experience is essential - Experience fault finding and working on high-speed production machinery - System savvy and confident using maintenance systems / CMMS - Comfortable leading on shift and making decisions independently - Strong communication and problem-solving skills - A proactive and hands-on approach to engineering support If you are interested in discussing the opportunity further, please apply today.