Maintenance Engineer Job at DS Smith (Burscough)

Maintenance Engineer

DS Smith

Location:
United Kingdom , Burscough

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

54300.52 GBP / Year

Save Job

Apply Position

Job Description:

We are recruiting Mechanical and Electrical Shift Engineers to join our engineering team at our Burscough manufacturing site. This is an exciting time to join as we invest in improving asset reliability, strengthening engineering capability, and developing a truly multi-skilled maintenance function. Our site operates high-speed manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced environment where engineering excellence directly impacts safety, quality, and operational performance. We are building a culture where engineers are trusted specialists — empowered to diagnose problems, drive improvements, and influence how work is carried out. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands-on problem solving, ownership of plant performance, and working within a supportive, forward-thinking team.

Job Responsibility:

Delivering planned preventative maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and longevity
Rapid fault finding and repair across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems
Supporting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions
Identifying and driving continuous improvement opportunities
Ensuring all work complies with site safety standards and engineering best practice
Communicating clearly with production and engineering colleagues during shift handovers
Maintaining accurate documentation and maintenance records
Supporting installation, modification, and commissioning of equipment when required

Requirements:

A time-served engineering apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience
Mechanical or electrical bias, with willingness to develop broader multi-skilled capability
Experience working in a manufacturing, production, or FMCG environment
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability
A safety-first mindset and commitment to engineering standards
A practical, solution-focused approach
Good communication and teamwork skills
Pride in delivering high-quality workmanship

What we offer:

Competitive salary with shift premium
Overtime opportunities
Company pension and life assurance
Structured training and development pathways
Opportunities to build multi-skilled capability
Support for professional growth and progression
On-site facilities and wellbeing initiatives
A stable, supportive team environment

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 17, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

DS Smith - All Job Offers

Job Link Share: