Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)
Pontoon · Peterborough · posted 14 days ago
Going rate £39,700UK median £41,662
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Occupation
5246Electrical service and maintenance mechanics and repairers
Going rate for this occupation: £39,700 · UK median pay £41,662
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Where this salary sits
- UK pay for this occupation
- This role£57,089stated · above the range ONS published
- Going rate£39,700
- UK median£41,662
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| Percentile | Pay |
|---|---|
| 10th | £30,751 |
| 25th | £36,219 |
| 50th | £41,662 |
| 75th | £50,312 |
| Going rate | £39,700 |
| UK median | £41,662 |
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Role - Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) Location - Peterborough Contract Type - Permanent Working Pattern - Shift-based, site-based role (4 on 4 off) Salary - £57,089 (inclusive of shift allowance) Start Date - ASAP
Join a World-Class Manufacturing Team in Peterborough
Are you a skilled mechanical professional ready to step into a high-performing, fast-paced manufacturing environment where your expertise truly makes an impact?
At Crown, we're not just producing cans-we're creating world-class products with precision, innovation, and pride. With over 130 years of global success, 179 plants across 39 countries, and a reputation for operational excellence, we offer the stability of a global leader combined with the energy of a growing, cutting-edge site.
Our Peterborough facility is a standout success story, recognised internally as "Overall Best Plant in EMEA" within just three years of opening. As we continue to expand, we're looking for talented Maintenance Engineers to play a key role in our next phase of growth.
The Opportunity
In this hands-on role, you'll be at the heart of our production line, maintaining and optimising front-end machinery to deliver high-quality products while ensuring maximum efficiency and minimal waste.
This isn't just about keeping things running-it's about continuously improving. You'll be part of a collaborative team that tackles challenges head-on, reduces downtime, and drives operational excellence across the plant.
What's on Offer
Salary of £57,089 inclusive of shift allowance Pension scheme and healthcare benefits Generous holiday allowance Structured shift pattern providing consistency and balance Opportunities to work with industry-leading machinery and technology Clear progression pathways within a global organisation
What You'll Bring
You'll be a proactive problem solver with a passion for quality and a strong commitment to health and safety. You'll thrive in a team environment where accountability and continuous improvement are key.
A Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering is essential, alongside experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Why Crown?
At Crown Peterborough, we invest in our people because we know they drive our success. In just three years, around 20% of our team has been promoted, and many others have been supported through apprenticeships in areas like Mechatronics, HR, Continuous Improvement, and Leadership.
You'll be joining a business that genuinely lives its values-where high performance is recognised, development is supported, and teamwork is at the core of everything we do.
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