Mike Butler

Mike Butler

Principal Recruitment Consultant
01132123519, 07508014441
Mike Butler

Specialised in:

An Experienced Specialist Recruiter, providing Permanent, Professional Interim and Temporary recruitment solutions within Engineering, Manufacturing, Technical & Supply Chain skill sets within FMCG Manufacturing Food and Drink, Life Sciences and retail supply chain industries.

Experience & background:

A qualified, award-winning Senior Recruiter/Manager with 23 years of recruitment market experience. ‘Man, and Boy’ with the Techsearch Division of Staffline, now part of the Omega Specialist Hires Division.  "My mission is to help people find careers, NOT JOBS!; to help our clients to become more successful".
Offering a proven track record in international search and selection, managing volume recruitment campaigns worldwide, including:

  • Managed Agent
  • Traditional Headhunt and Advertised Selection
  • Winner of the IRP/REC Permanent Recruiter of the year
  • MA Distinction in Recruitment Practice
  • Winner of the Staffline "Million Pound Biller" Award
  • CIPD Level 5 HR qualified
  • Level 3 ILM Supervisor

My Specialties include the Recruitment Process and Succession Planning, Search and selection, Business Development Skills and Talent Management.

You might be surprised to learn:

I am a qualified Geography teacher. I was an acting extra in Home and Away in Australia once and a Radio DJ for a short while.

Jobs posted by Mike Butler

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Finance Manager - Transformation
Commercial
West Yorkshire, England
£55k - 60k per year + Awesome Pension
Permanent
Senior Finance LeadersWest Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Job Title: Finanace Manager - TransformationJob Type: Permanent, Hybrid. 2.5 days average onsiteJob Focus: Systems, Transformation & Cultural Change supporting functionsReporting to: The Chief Financial OfficerLocation: West Yorkshire, commutable from Leeds, Barnsley, Sheffield, Bradford, etcThe client: Local Authority Council / Public SectorJob Reward: Up to £60k Target plus exceptional Pension and package This is not a traditional "steady state" finance role! This role is Transformation with accountability, It's a senior, strategic finance leadership role. Governance & stewardship are vital; you will be hired to have a long-term impact and leave a lasting legacy to deliver public value.A forward-thinking Local Authority, undergoing a significant change, investment and transformation programme, is seeking a CCAB-qualified senior finance professional to play a pivotal role in reshaping how finance supports organisational strategy, service transformation and cultural evolution. You are also an experienced leader of people.This new role is about modernising systems, strengthening financial governance, raising capability across the organisation, and embedding a high-performance finance culture within a complex, politically sensitive environment.Role & Requirements - Finance Manager - Transformation Lead the transformation of financial management arrangementsBudget setting, multi-million, oversee year-end processes, statutory accountingIt's a broad role covering operations delivery, people management, and strategy and oversightModernise and optimise budget setting, monitoring and medium-term financial planningDrive improvements in financial systems, controls and reporting frameworksStrengthen financial acumen across directoratesAct as a visible, credible finance leader to Members, Corporate Directors and Service LeadersLead and develop a multi-disciplinary team of senior finance professionals Key Focus Areas: Finance Manager - Transformation Financial systems development & optimisationEmbedding best practice governance & control frameworksSupporting major service transformation initiativesLeading financial modelling, business cases & option appraisalsRaising performance standards and financial competenciesDriving cultural change within finance and across servicesDeveloping and mentoring Principal Accountants and future leaders, directly managing 4 - 8 financial accountants with a larger indirect reporting team Qualifications & Skills -Finance Manager - Transformation CCAB qualified with significant post-qualification experienceYou will be able to be in the detail but also be able to make decisions and implement strategy through your team of direct reportsStrategic finance leadership within a large, complex organisation, with public sector local authority experience strongly preferredDeep understanding of local government finance & statutory frameworksProven track record of leading high-performing finance teamsExperience delivering systems improvements and organisational changeStrong political awareness and stakeholder management capabilityConfident communicator able to challenge and influence at a senior levelAble to operate confidently in a politically led environment Why Consider This Role - Finance Manager - Transformation Genuine opportunity to influence financial transformationShape the future capability and culture of a finance functionVisible leadership role with Members and Corporate Leadership TeamLong-term strategic impact within a values-driven public sector organisationExcellent pension and public sector local authority benefits This appointment will suit an ambitious finance leader who wants to leave a legacy - not simply manage a budget.If you are ready to lead systems improvement, cultural evolution and financial excellence at scale, we would welcome a confidential conversation.Message directly for further details on [email protected] or call me on 01132123519 Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Production Team Manager
FMCG
Shropshire, England
£43k - 48k per year + £5k Bonus
Permanent
Job Title: Production Team ManagerLocation: Telford area, Shropshire area - commutable from Stoke, Stafford, Wrexham, Crewe, Shrewsbury, etcPay Range: £43k - £48k, target range on Target £5k Bonus, excellent pension, and packageContract Type: PermanentClient: FMCG Process ManufacturingDepartment: Manufacturing Operations  Do you want to join a high-performing manufacturing site committed to innovation, operational excellence and producing world-class consumer products? An opportunity for an experienced and motivated Shift Manufacturing Team Manager, working shifts, reporting to the Site Production Manager.You are a successful Shift Production Manufacturing Leader, working in manufacturing, leading teams, performance targets, driving safety, quality, service, cost, and people targets. To remain at the forefront of a highly competitive marketplace, a permanent opportunity has arisen for a proven production manufacturing professional to manage a production/manufacturing area.On shift, leading a team of up to 20 process and manufacturing technicians.Key Responsibilities - Production / Manufacturing Team Manager - Shifts The Manufacturing / Production Team Manager will oversee operations across the department, starting with safety, then optimise quality, line efficiency and deliveryLead performance proactively, including Performance Improvement Plans for your teamCoordinating and driving development projects which will lead towards performance improvements, cost reduction, and greater competitiveness and team engagementLead shift operations with safety as the absolute priorityDrive performance across quality, output, and efficiencyLead and develop Shift Coordinators and frontline teamsOwn performance management and continuous improvementDeliver improvement projects focused on cost, capability, and competitivenessEnsure smooth flow from raw materials to finished productChampion GMP standards and best practice manufacturing Qualifications & Requirements -Manufacturing Production Team Manager - Shifts Ideally, with a considerable understanding of all areas of factory operations. Process, manufacturing, and packaging backgrounds consideredYou will also possess FMCG, regulated GMP, Process or fast-paced manufacturing industry experience, with factory knowledge and understanding of the key drivers within manufacturingHave a proven record in driving improvementsAs well as a growth mindset, you will be ambitious, able to lead people and can drive objectives, goals, strategies, and measures, through people, your biggest asset!Knowledge of lean tools would be awesome! Manufacturing improvements ideal!You'll play a key part in achieving manufacturing process and production goals through hands-on visible leadership, with safety at the coreYou will help sustain an already outstanding manufacturing process performance, always evolving to innovate and improve service levels through safe GMP practices What we can offer - Manufacturing Production Team Manager - Shifts Continuous development programme10% Bonus x multiplierCompetitive salary and benefits package, pension matchedAn opportunity to work with a family of employeesExposure to world-class processes and manufacturing machineryCareer progression and development opportunitiesExcellent pension and life assuranceHealthcare/Well-being benefitsLong Service AwardsEnhanced Family/maternity/parental leave Interested?Contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519or email [email protected] who are a Production Shift Leader, Shift Manager, Manufacturing Team Lead, Shift Team Manager, FLM, Manufacturing Shift Leader, production supervisor, production team leader, or Production Area Manager, Process Manager, may be suitable for this position.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Electrical Controls Engineer
Automation
Buckinghamshire, England
£60k - 65k per year + Package
Permanent
Job Title: Electrical Controls Support EngineerLocation: Buckinghamshire – commutable from M1, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire and surrounding areasON-SITE ROLE, Monday to Friday days 38-hour weekJob Reward: £60k - £65k  Target, but applicants considered on expectation and future fitClient: Global Category Leader in FMCG Manufacturing Are you ready to take ownership of electrical and automation systems on an established, high-performing manufacturing site?This is a newly created, career opportunity for an experienced Electrical  Engineer with PLC controls & automation  bias, an automation support role to the factory, onsite, visible, accessible, supportive. To become the site’s technical authority for PLC maintenance support. You will drive electrical controls standards, safety, and innovation across all electrical and control systems.You could be an aspiring PLC-based controls technician? Or an established PLC Automation Engineer that enjoys supporting the operational performance of a factory.You’ll also play a pivotal role in maintaining and supporting reliability, developing automation capabilities, and coaching a skilled multi-skilled engineering team — all within a well-invested, forward-thinking production environment.Duties & Responsibilities – Electrical Controls Support Engineer - Days role Acting as the site’s Electrical Duty Holder, ensuring compliance with statutory electrical standardsLeading PLC and control system development, programming, and fault-finding, for various Siemens, Allen Bradley or Mitsubishi relatedDriving continuous improvement and standardisation of electrical and control systemsCreating and maintaining a technical documentation library for electrical distribution and automation assetsCoaching and mentoring engineers in electrical fault-finding and controlsLeading and supporting automation and electrical improvement projects from concept to completion Role Requirements - Electrical Controls Support Engineer -  Days role Time-served apprenticeship with HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (Degree desirable).Strong electrical knowledge and ideally 18th Edition certification.Hands-on experience with a variety of PLC and automation systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar)High-level diagnostics to modification through to programmingProven ability to diagnose, program, and optimise control systems in a manufacturing or process environmentA proactive engineer with a passion for compliance, improvement, and team development What’s On Offer - Site Electrical & Controls Engineer -  Days role A newly created role with real technical influence and autonomy to support automation Opportunity to shape electrical and controls strategy across the siteExcellent package including competitive salary, pension, and benefitsOngoing investment in training, technology, and site development Join a business that values expertise, encourages innovation, and invests in automation engineering excellence.Take the lead in ensuring electrical safety, reliability, and automation performance at a modern, growing UK site.To apply, please send your CV or contact Mike Butler at Omega Resource Group on [email protected] or phone 01132123519.Candidates who are a Lead Electrical Engineer, Controls & Automation Engineer, Electrical PLC Engineer, Compliance Engineer, PLC & Automation Engineer, Electrical Projects Engineer, Electrical Systems Engineer, Automation Controls Specialist, Electrical Maintenance & Controls Engineer, Electrical Design & Controls Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (I&C Engineer) will also have the relevant skills and background for this role.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Dayshift
Automation
Wetherby, West Yorkshire, England
£47.5k - 50k per year + OTE£50K+
Permanent
Job Title: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Day shifts Location: Wetherby, Knaresborough area and A1 proximity NO NIGHTS – do you want to come off shifts involving nights? Pay Range: £47,500- £50,000 Contract Type: Permanent Industry: Consumer FMCG Manufacturer Our client is a large multi-site manufacturer with a global footprint. It is an established site. Training, development, and support is provided on a manufacturing site. You will help the site make high-quality manufactured products. This market leading employer will welcome and encourage your new ideas, and you will be rewarded with the opportunity to learn and grow, achieving your career aspirations. Site investment and expansion continues.Key Responsibilities – Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Day-shifts Your new challenge will be providing effective and efficient planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance to minimise losses to productionEnsure the continuous running of the production process by eliminating downtime through a safe and logical approach to fault finding and maintenance of equipmentPlanned and reactive maintenance to keep downtime to a minimumYou'll work with conveyor systems, PLC systems, motors and controlsLeading electrical and instrumentation, repair, and working with a CMMSDiagnosis, resolution, and elimination of root causesImplementation of minor equipment modifications in support of increased performanceCompletion of all scheduled, planned corrective, reactive and improvement maintenance as allocatedContribute to the planning and implementation of allocated annual equipment overhauls. Qualifications & Requirements – Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Day-shifts Apprentice trained or NVQ level 3 in an electrical engineering discipline in maintenance engineeringManufacturing Industry experience, heavy, medium or FMCG environments consideredRoutine Preventative Maintenance so an understanding of a PPM scheduleFinding and fixing faults quickly and effectivelyBasic welding and fabrication skills advantageousFitting, Fabricating and Welding experience preferredA proactive approach to fault finding, a commitment to continuous improvement and personal development What we can offer – Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Day shifts Work at an award-winning siteAutomated facilityOpportunity for overtimeCompetitive pensionHealth cash planReward and Recognition schemesEmployee Discount and retailer bonus up to £2kLife Assurance For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] who are currently a multi-skilled engineer, electrical  engineer, days engineer, electrical technician manufacturing engineer, maintenance engineer, electrician  Fitter, electrical fitter, maintenance engineer, shift engineer, Technician,  or maintenance engineer may be suitable for this position.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Engineering Project Leader
Automation
Buckinghamshire, England
£65k - 75k per year + £9k car , Plus Bonus
Permanent
  Job Role: Engineering Project LeaderClient: Global FMCG ManufacturerReporting to: Head of EngineeringLocation: Regional, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire & Buckinghamshire areasClient: Category Market leader in FMCG ManufacturingReward: £65-75k target plus £6-9k car benefit plus BonusOnsite Monday-Friday days based, some hybrid with travelFactory/Plant Process working environment Are you a Senior Project Engineer / Engineering Manager with strong Project Management skills in CAPEX? Ready to lead projects, engineering standards, capital projects and engineering operational excellence? Can you lead and ENGAGE with impact and a world-class engineering toolbox? Are you an engineering Subject Matter Expert for projects in a manufacturing environment?Role Responsibilities - Engineering Project Leader  Manage the planning and implementation of capital and revenue projects, covering factory equipment, process, packing lines, site services, process engineering, as well as construction design managementDriving line installations and BAU engineering projectsPlan, execute and lead project activities for feasibility studies, equipment specifications, supplier selections, equipment commissioning and validation within demanding time-scalesReporting directly to the Project Engineering Manager, you will have complete autonomy to deliver pragmatic, value-engineered projects to cost and time specificationsYou will coach, mentor, and develop your multi-functional teams of engineers and designers/contractors to ensure the successful delivery of projectsThe projects will cover factory equipment, including packaging, processing, and site activitiesEngineering Compliance Champion: Ensure all engineering activities meet industry standardsYou will lead engineering and production teams during equipment installation and start-up, supplier selection, feasibility and justification analysis, and equipment commissioningLiaise with departments cross-functionally to ascertain requirements and define project scopesPreparing specifications/briefs which will go to external suppliers for tenderManaging tender processes, including supplier selection exercisesManaging external suppliers throughout the project lifecycleLead, monitor and review projects internally across departmentsCo-ordinating all contractors in accordance with our policies Qualifications & Requirements - Engineering project Leader  Mechanical or Electrical Engineering backgrounds will be considered, ideally in a regulated environment, from high FMCG volume manufacturingExperience developing technical engineering solutions in automated environmentsAn experienced Project Engineer from FMCG manufacturing, food preferredIdeally, A degree in Engineering or time served Engineering qualifications with a further education qualification in project managementHigh level of IT literacy (and ideally fully conversant with MS Project)Proven Leadership and senior stakeholder management: Significant experience in a senior engineering management role within the manufacturing FMCG-related sectorThis could include Food, Drink, Pharma and related consumer goods manufacturing, encompassing process and packagingMechanical/electrical qualification or equivalent, ideally a degree, even better if you are chartered!5+ years of Engineering leadership experience; with exposure to FMCG environments idealExcellent People leadership skills to motivate, lead and drive projects What's on Offer - Engineering Project Leader Competitive salaryControl and exposure to budgetsStrategic planning and capital expenditure deliveryImpactful Work: Play a key role in the company's success and make a tangible differenceCollaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values innovation and creativityIf you're a career interim or a senior engineering capital projects leader becoming available and is a strategic thinker, a natural, inclusive people leader, with a passion for driving engineering projects and maintenance excellence, we want to hear from you! For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] who are currently an Engineering Manager, senior project engineer, Engineering project manager, production engineer, CAPEX Manager, Mechanical or packaging project engineer may be suitable for this position.Suitable for FMCG, process, Manufacturing, Health& Hygiene,  food and drink Industries. Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Mechanical Engineer
Automation
Reading, Berkshire, England
£33 - 34 per hour + LD CO
Contract
Job Title: Mechanical EngineerLocation: Bury area Pay Range: £33 - 34 per hour, outside scope, Ltd company welcome, Outside IR35Contract Type: 3 - 6 month preferred Contract ongoingRotating shift work Monday to riday Our client is a renowned and admired manufacturing business, enjoying UK dominance and market leading status in their category sector. An opportunity has arisen for a Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to hit the ground running on shift to cover peakKey Responsibilities – Mechanical Engineer Responsible for a combination of planned and reactive maintenance and technical challenges to ensure maximum line efficiencyPerform fault-finding and diagnosis Attend to breakdowns onsite ensuring a rapid response on plant equipment and machinery breakdownsCarry out planned preventative maintenance on a range of Automation machinery including pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors and robotsDeliver on plant uptime and maintenance KPI’s through planned, preventative and predictive maintenanceEnsure the efficient running of a continuous process, moving and packing high quality productsContinually improving performance of equipment and systems to support the development of the siteAgree preventative  maintenance plans Qualifications & Requirements – Mechanical Engineer Apprentice trained or NVQ level 3 in a mechancial discipline mechanical in maintenance engineeringProduction line experience motors, drives, conveyors, also heavy plant A proactive approach to fault finding, a commitment to continuous improvement and personal developmentComputer literate What we can offer – Mechanical Engineer Work at an award-winning company and established siteMonday to friday 8 hour shifts Automated facilityFree onsite parking For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] Candidates who are currently a multi-skilled engineer, mechanical engineer, CONTRACT ENGINEER, mechanical  biased engineer, maintenance engineer, shift engineer, plant engineer  or maintenance engineer may be suitable for this position.Omega are an employment agency and have been connecting business with technical talent for nearly 30 years.We specialise in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Technical, Life Sciences, Supply Chain and Manufacturing sectors.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Contract Dayshift Electrical Engineer
Automation
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, England
£35 - 40 per hour
Contract
Job Title: Days ContractElectrical EngineerLocation: North Yorkshire a1 accessPay Range: £35 - £40 per hour open to experience and expectationsContract Type: Contract 3 month ongoingWorking Patterns: day ShiftsInside Scope, no LTD CoWe are recruiting for a fast-paced multi-site manufacturer Attracting an Electrical bias / Mechanical bias competent multi-skilled day shift engineerWe are looking for talented and qualified individual who is a great problem solver with continuous improvement ideas that will thrive in a proactive electrical bias front-line maintenance role.Key Responsibilities – Days Contract Electrical Engineer•  To service adjust and repair process and production machinery and equipment using the necessary tools in a safe and proper manner• To examine machinery and equipment and report on condition, performance, and plan of action for improvements• Carry out Planned and preventative maintenance to agreed schedulesThere is a potential of overtime and again flexibility will be required to support this when neededQualifications & Requirements – Days  Contract Electrical  Maintenance Engineer  •Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical or mechancial  engineering or similar manufacturing•Or equivalent of any of the above in electrical or mechanical fields preferably with a manufacturing background A competent electrical engineering professional with technical experience. Must be able to solve problems, PLC / automation experience ideally produce safe systems of workShould be capable of contributing to the development, manufacture, commissioning, decommissioning, operation or maintenance of products, equipment, process or serviceThis is an all-round hands-on maintenance electrical role ias well as conveyors and processing Machine Tool maintenance background preferredExtensive planned maintenance tasks and organisation of the engineering plant is also essential. For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on [email protected] who are currently Contract Electrical Engineer, Contract Electrical Shift Engineer, Contract Multi Skilled Shift Engineer, Electrical Maintenance, Maintenance Engineer, Multi Skilled Engineer, machine tool maintenance , Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Processes Engineer, Fitter, Plant Engineer, Electrician and Electrical Engineer and any equivalent background will be suitable for the role.Techsearch is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.Techsearch are an employment agency and have been connecting business with a technical talent for nearly 30 years. We specialise in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Technical, Life Sciences, Supply Chain and Manufacturing sectors.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer - Nights
Automation
Wetherby, West Yorkshire, England
£53.5k per year + Overtime, Paclage
Permanent
Job Role: Multi-skilled Maintenance EngineerJob Type: Permanent , Night shift, NO WEEKENDS Reward: £53,500 potential to rise to £56k overtime , plus packageLocation: A1  area Wetherby, Knaresbrough borderClient: FMCG Consumer Manufacturing NihtshiftsOur client is a renowned and admired FMCG manufacturing giant enjoying UK dominance and market leading status in their category sector. An opportunity has arisen for a Multi-Skilled Engineer; mechanical or electrical bias, to hit the ground running on a permanent basis. Electrical qualifications are preferred  for this roleKey Responsibilities – Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer - Nightshift  Responsible for a combination of planned and reactive maintenance and technical challenges to ensure maximum line efficiencyPerform fault-finding and diagnosis on a range of PLC controlled equipmentAttend to breakdowns onsite ensuring a rapid response on plant equipment and machinery breakdownsCarry out planned preventative maintenance on a range of Automation machinery including pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors and robotsDeliver on plant uptime and maintenance KPI’s through planned, preventative and predictive maintenance.Ensure the efficient running of a continuous process, moving and packing high quality products, packaged and prepared for deliveryContinually improving performance of equipment and systems to support the development of the siteAgree preventative electrical maintenance plans Qualifications & Requirements – Multi-skilled Maintenance  Engineer  - Nightshift  Apprentice trained or NVQ level 3 in an engineering discipline in electrical mechanical in maintenance engineeringIdeally automated materials handling and or packaging machines Production line experience but qualified engineers will be offered training and developmentA proactive approach to fault finding, a commitment to continuous improvement and personal developmentComputer literate What we can offer –  Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer - Midweek Nights a competitive salary up to £53,500k plus package excellent pension and Bens and discountsa developing site and business with ongoing investmenttraining and developmentan excellent pension For more information on this role, please contact [email protected] or call 01132123519 Candidates who are currently a multi-skilled engineer, mechanical electrical engineer, shift engineer, engineering technician ,  electrical engineer, packaging engineer, maintenance engineer, mechanical engineer, electrical biased engineer, electrical maintenance engineer, shift engineer or maintenance engineer may be suitable for this position.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Contract Mechanical Engineer (Ltd Co)
Automation
Reading, Berkshire, England
£33 - 34 per hour + All Hours
Contract
Job Title: Contract Mechanical Engineer (Ltd Co) Location: Readng area Rate: £33–34 per hour (Outside IR35, Ltd Company welcome) Contract Type: 3 months ongoing initially, potential to extend Shifts: Monday to Friday – 8-hour rotating shifts The Opportunity We’re recruiting for an experienced Contract Mechanical Engineer to provide hands-on mechanical and welding support within a busy, automated production environment. This is a great opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability.You’ll play a key role in welding, fabrication, and fitting tasks, supporting production line maintenance and improvement projects while ensuring equipment uptime and performance. Key Responsibilities Carry out welding, fabrication, and mechanical fitting to support production and maintenance activities. Perform planned and reactive maintenance across production machinery, including conveyors, motors, and drives. Support heavy plant and automated systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, and robotic handling equipment. Attend to breakdowns promptly, delivering fast, safe, and effective mechanical repairs. Assist in modification and improvement projects on process lines and production equipment. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring reliability and performance targets are achieved. Maintain safe working practices and uphold engineering standards across all tasks. Qualifications & Requirements Time-served apprentice or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Strong experience in welding (MIG/TIG/Arc), fabrication, and mechanical fitting. Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment – ideally with conveyors, motors, drives, or heavy plant. Ability to read engineering drawings and work independently on maintenance or modification projects. A proactive, problem-solving approach and commitment to continuous improvement. Computer literate with a good understanding of maintenance reporting systems. What’s on Offer Competitive £33–35 per hour rate (Outside IR35) Monday–Friday, 8-hour rotating shifts Opportunity to work at a well-invested, award-winning site Free onsite parking and modern facilities Chance to contribute to high-profile production projects For more information, contact Mike Butler at Techsearch on 0113 212 3519 or email [email protected] with backgrounds as a Contract Mechanical Fitter, Welder/Fabricator, Multi-Skilled Engineer, Plant Engineer, or Maintenance Engineer will be well-suited to this position.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Contract Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Automation
Greater Manchester, England
£36 - 40 per hour
Contract
Job Title: Contract Electrical shift Maintenance CoverJob Location: Trafford Park, ad hoc shift cover Pay Range: £36 - 40 p/h , inside scope, NO LTD COMPANY ENGAGEMENT Contract Type: adhoc seasonal shift cover We are recruiting for a fast-paced multi-site manufacturer in FMCG manufacturing and packagingAttracting an Electrical bias / competent shift engineerWe are looking for talented and qualified individual who is a great problem solver with continuous improvement ideas that will thrive in a proactive electrical bias front-line maintenance role.Key Responsibilities – Contract Electrical Maintenance shift cover, adhoc shifts, NIGHTS PRIMARILY •  To service adjust and repair process and production machinery and equipment using the necessary tools in a safe and proper manner• To examine machinery and equipment and report on condition, performance, and plan of action for improvements• Carry out Planned and preventative maintenance to agreed schedules• Work as part of a team to keep this site running to World Class StandardsQualifications & Requirements – Contract Electrical Maintenance Engineer  •Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical engineering or similar manufacturing•Or equivalent of any of the above in electrical or mechanical fields preferably with a manufacturing background A competent electrical engineering professional with technical experience. Must be able to solve problems, PLC / automation experience ideally produce safe systems of workShould be capable of contributing to the development, manufacture, commissioning, decommissioning, operation or maintenance of products, equipment, process or serviceThis is an all-round hands-on maintenance electrical role as well as conveyors and processing end of line packingExtensive planned maintenance tasks and organisation of the engineering plant is also essential. For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on [email protected] or 01132123519Candidates who are currently Contract Electrical Engineer, Contract Electrical Shift Engineer, Nights Multi Skilled Shift Engineer, Electrical Maintenance, Maintenance Engineer, Multi Skilled Engineer, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Processes Engineer, Fitter, Plant Engineer, Electrician and Electrical Engineer and any equivalent background will be suitable for the role.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Automation
Reading, Berkshire, England
£35 - 38 per hour
Contract
Job Title: Multi-skilled Maintenance EngineerLocation: Reading area - good road accessPay Range: £38 per hour Limited Company, outside scope, PAYE options considered, Rotating Shifts LTD COMPANY ENGAGEMENTContract Type: Contract (Seasonal peak) potential 6 month minimum ongoing contract Rotating shift work Our client is a renowned and admired manufacturing business, enjoying UK dominance and market leading status in their category sector. An opportunity has arisen for a Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to hit the ground running on shift to cover peakKey Responsibilities –Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer Responsible for a combination of planned and reactive maintenance and technical challenges to ensure maximum line efficiencyPerform fault-finding and diagnosis Attend to breakdowns onsite ensuring a rapid response on plant equipment and machinery breakdownsCarry out planned preventative maintenance on a range of Automation machinery including pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors and robotsDeliver on plant uptime and maintenance KPI’s through planned, preventative and predictive maintenanceEnsure the efficient running of a continuous process, moving and packing high quality productsContinually improving performance of equipment and systems to support the development of the siteAgree preventative  maintenance plans Qualifications & Requirements – Multi-skilled Mainteance Engineer Apprentice trained or NVQ level 3 in a mechancial discipline mechanical  in maintenance engineeringProduction line experience motors, drives, conveyors, packaging machinery and process equipment A proactive approach to fault finding, a commitment to continuous improvement and personal developmentComputer literate What we can offer – Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer Work at an award-winning company and established siteRotating shifts Automated facilityFree onsite parking For more information on this role, please contact Mike Butler on 0113 2123519 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] Candidates who are currently a multi-skilled engineer, electrical engineer, multi-skilled engineer, mechanical engineer, CONTRACT ENGINEER, packaging engineer, mechanical  biased engineer, maintenance engineer, shift engineer, plant engineer  or maintenance engineer may be suitable for this position.We specialise in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Technical, Life Sciences, Supply Chain and Manufacturing sectors.Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.