What Jobs are available for Skilled Professionals in Ilkeston?

Due to continued investment and an opening of a new facility in 2026 we are looking for two multi skilled maintenance engineers for an ambient food manufacturer in Ilkeston, this is a great time to join the team with up and coming projects to get involved in as well as reactive and proactive maintenance of the current site. We are looking for both a lead engineer & a maintenance engineer.
 
You will be working a Monday - Friday, Mornings & Afternoons pattern with a slight variation of four weeks of Mornings followed by one week of afternoons this is a great role to offer that work life balance.

The role of a maintenance engineer:

• Day to day maintenance of the facility and the “Planned Preventative Maintenance” system.
• Ensure at all times the plant is maintained to ensure safe and efficient and timely continued operation.
• Where required assist with the installation and implementation of capital projects.
• Adhere to relevant procedures and assist where required with the control of contractors involved with maintenance operations and capital projects whilst working at the facility
• Work as a team player within the engineering department and help with meeting all agreed objectives.
• Assist with compliance of the safety, health, environmental and quality policies when required
• Assist in maintaining a strong health and safety awareness culture within the engineering and other departments.
• Follow the any specified requirements on risk assessments in relation to the engineering and other department functions.
• Follow the requirements of permits and safe systems of work.
• Ensure that site housekeeping in sections within your control are maintained to the required standard.

Qualifications & Skills required in this Maintenance engineers role:

• Recognised Engineering qualification, minimum of a level 3
• Multi-Skilled approach either Mechanical or Electrical Bias
• Experience of working with manufacturing machinery
• Background preferably in Food Manufacturing or FMCG.

The benefits of a maintenance engineer:

• Basic Salary £45,000 pa- £50,000
• Shift Pattern: 7am-3.30pm Monday – Friday x 4 weeks 2pm -10pm Monday – Friday x1 week rotate
• Company will support the right candidates who are mechanical to undertake their Electrical  conversion Course
• Enhanced holiday
• Genuine Career progression, other employees have benefited from enhanced qualifications paid for, fully supported by the business
• Free onsite parking

if you feel this Maintenance Engineers role is right for you Please contact Becky Prince at Maintech Recruitment.

Please note this cilent is unable to offer sponsorship, you will require full rights to work in the UK
 
 

We are working with a leading UK manufacturer in their search for an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their growing team at their Ilkeston recycling facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that is dynamic, ambitious, and committed to investing in both their people and their technology.

Hours: 4 on / 4 off (Continental days & nights)

The Role
You will be responsible for:

• Maintaining DC motors and associated drives

• Servicing and repairing process control equipment

• Electrical and/or mechanical installation work

• Planned and preventative maintenance (mechanical and electrical)

• Fault-finding and breakdown maintenance on industrial/process control systems

• Electrical and mechanical repairs on extrusion plant and recycling equipment

The Person
We are looking for candidates with:

• Mechanical and electrical installation/maintenance experience

• Recognised Level 3 apprenticeship/training scheme in electrical or mechanical maintenance

• Strong ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings

• Previous experience maintaining and repairing PLC systems

• A full UK driving licence

The Package

• Competitive salary + shift allowance

• 25 days holiday + statutory holidays

• Healthcare plan for all employees

• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

• Life assurance at 3 annual salary

• Christmas shutdown

• Company pension scheme

• Employee discounts and high street savings

• Training and career development opportunities

We are working with a leading UK manufacturer in their search for an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their growing team at their Ilkeston recycling facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that is dynamic, ambitious, and committed to investing in both their people and their technology.

Hours: 4 on / 4 off (Continental days & nights)

The Role
You will be responsible for:

• Maintaining DC motors and associated drives

• Servicing and repairing process control equipment

• Electrical and/or mechanical installation work

• Planned and preventative maintenance (mechanical and electrical)

• Fault-finding and breakdown maintenance on industrial/process control systems

• Electrical and mechanical repairs on extrusion plant and recycling equipment

The Person
We are looking for candidates with:

• Mechanical and electrical installation/maintenance experience

• Recognised Level 3 apprenticeship/training scheme in electrical or mechanical maintenance

• Strong ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings

• Previous experience maintaining and repairing PLC systems

• A full UK driving licence

The Package

• Competitive salary + shift allowance

• 25 days holiday + statutory holidays

• Healthcare plan for all employees

• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

• Life assurance at 3 annual salary

• Christmas shutdown

• Company pension scheme

• Employee discounts and high street savings

• Training and career development opportunities

• Maintenance of DC motors and associated drives
• Maintenance of process control equipment
• Electrical installations and/or mechanical installation work
• Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance systems (mechanical and electrical)
• Breakdown maintenance involving fault finding on industrial and process control systems
• Carry out electrical and mechanical repairs on PVCu recycling extrusion plant and equipment

• Mechanical and Electrical installation and maintenance experience
• Recognised Electrical / Mechanical maintenance apprenticeship / training scheme Level 3
• Understand and be able to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
• Previous experience of maintenance and repair of PLC systems
• Full Driving license required

• You will be rewarded with a very competitive basic salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays - normally 33 days in total each year
• Free Healthcare plan for all employees
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit
• Free Life Assurance Plan of 3x your Annual Salary Christmas shutdown
• Option to join the Eurocell Share Save Scheme at discounted rates, and share in our company success
• Company Pension Plan
• Employee discount on Eurocell products
• Discounts across many well-known online and high street retailers
• A blend of training, including e-learning and on the job training to help your career development
• Care First Employee Assistance Programme, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for confidential support and advice, if and when you need it
• Colleague Referral Programme; we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team
• Excellent opportunities to grow with us, and progress your career

Due to continued investment and an opening of a new facility in 2026 we are looking for two multi skilled maintenance engineers for an ambient food manufacturer in Ilkeston, this is a great time to join the team with up and coming projects to get involved in as well as reactive and proactive maintenance of the current site. We are looking for both a lead engineer & a maintenance engineer.
 
You will be working a Monday - Friday, Mornings & Afternoons pattern with a slight variation of four weeks of Mornings followed by one week of afternoons this is a great role to offer that work life balance.

The role of a maintenance engineer:

• Day to day maintenance of the facility and the “Planned Preventative Maintenance” system.
• Ensure at all times the plant is maintained to ensure safe and efficient and timely continued operation.
• Where required assist with the installation and implementation of capital projects.
• Adhere to relevant procedures and assist where required with the control of contractors involved with maintenance operations and capital projects whilst working at the facility
• Work as a team player within the engineering department and help with meeting all agreed objectives.
• Assist with compliance of the safety, health, environmental and quality policies when required
• Assist in maintaining a strong health and safety awareness culture within the engineering and other departments.
• Follow the any specified requirements on risk assessments in relation to the engineering and other department functions.
• Follow the requirements of permits and safe systems of work.
• Ensure that site housekeeping in sections within your control are maintained to the required standard.

Qualifications & Skills required in this Maintenance engineers role:

• Recognised Engineering qualification, minimum of a level 3
• Multi-Skilled approach either Mechanical or Electrical Bias
• Experience of working with manufacturing machinery
• Background preferably in Food Manufacturing or FMCG.

The benefits of a maintenance engineer:

• Basic Salary £45,000 pa- £50,000
• Shift Pattern: 7am-3.30pm Monday – Friday x 4 weeks 2pm -10pm Monday – Friday x1 week rotate
• Company will support the right candidates who are mechanical to undertake their Electrical  conversion Course
• Enhanced holiday
• Genuine Career progression, other employees have benefited from enhanced qualifications paid for, fully supported by the business
• Free onsite parking

if you feel this Maintenance Engineers role is right for you Please contact Becky Prince at Maintech Recruitment.

Please note this cilent is unable to offer sponsorship, you will require full rights to work in the UK
 
 

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs, we are hiring for a number of S killed Inspection positions. These positions are available on initial 12-month contract s based on their Derby site following either a 2 shift pattern or a 7-day working shift pattern.

Purpose of the Skilled Inspection Role:

• Inspection of Engines/Modular assemblies using the direction of Engine Manuals, Work Instructions, Technical Information & drawings and using the information to ensure that all Engine components are serviceable or need repair/replacing.

• Working to set deadlines to achieve performance targets and Customer delivery commitments.

• Working in a compliant manner to ensure that products are built to the correct technical and quality specifications.

• Ensuring Health & safety is kept to a high standard, at all times.

• Participating in continual review and improvement processes for the business to identify best practice.

• Work in collaboration with Quality & Engineering Functions daily to ensure air worthiness is of the highest standard.

Education required:

• You will have completed a recognised relevant time-served apprenticeship, evidenced with an NVQ Level 3 & Technical Certificate at level 3 or above or equivalent international qualification

• We will also accept equivalent qualifications gained through service within the Armed Forces providing they meet the requirement .

What we require from the candidate:

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience in using a variety of engineering equipment and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply instructions correctly to achieve required product quality.

• Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate relevant Inspection experience of working with engine/complex assembly components.

• Knowledge of lean principles and process basics.

• Must be able to provide all certifications before interview .

Next steps

We will only accept workers operating via a PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs, we are hiring for a number of Skilled Fitter positions. These positions are available on initial 12-month contracts based on their Derby site following a 3-shift pattern.

What you will do as a Skilled Fitter:

• Fitting of engine components and/or modules as directed by engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Raising non-conformance issues
• Working to set deadlines to achieve performance targets and Customer delivery commitments
• Working in a compliant manner to ensure that products are built to the correct technical and quality specifications
• Participating in continual review and improvement processes for the business to identify best practice
• Ensuring a clean and safe environment is maintained in the workplace

Experience and qualifications required of a Skilled Fitter:

• It is essential that candidates possess a recognised time-served apprenticeship within a Mechanical Engineering discipline, at either City and Guilds Level 3, or NVQ Level 3, and BTEC national or equivalent qualification. *Please attach these qualifications to your CV if possible.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience in using a variety of engineering equipment and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply instructions correctly to achieve required product quality
• Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate relevant fitting experience of engine components
• PC literacy is essential
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a flexible and adaptable mind-set
• Knowledge of lean principles and process basics

Next steps

We will only accept workers operating via a PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this Skilled Fitter position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

Dutton Recruitment (Sheffield Engineering) are currently recruiting:

We are looking for a Skilled Welder for a permanent position based with our client in Newark.

Immediate start available (Subject to interview process)

Rate of pay is 18.28 per hour - First 39 hours Monday to Friday, overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours and double time paid after 12 hours.

Main Duties:
Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Reporting directly to the Welder Supervisor or their nominee, to always set the highest possible professional standards, specifically regarding safety, quality and productivity.
• To carry out the duties as directed by the Welding Supervisor.
• To carry out mobile welding and fabrication jobs.
• To undertake general welding and manufacturing duties to a high standard using Welding techniques such as STICK, MIG & TIG.
• To undertake Burning and grinding activities.
• To work with a wide range of materials and plant.
• Maintaining an adequate stock of welding parts by liaising with the welding supervisor and stores.
• To further knowledge and skills regarding plant and drilling equipment.
• To ensure that all operations are carried out safely and in accordance with the ruling Company Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental policies, Integrated Management System and method statements.
• Checking equipment before its used and keeping it well maintained.
• To be familiar with the Works Package Plan as briefed on each project.
• To work as part of a team.
• To communicate effectively with others and always represent the company professionally.
• To always strive for high quality work.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in welding techniques (Stick, Tig & Mig)
• Proven experience in welding and fabrication
• NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding would be expected.

In the first instance, send CV's to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) (option 1) for Engineering.

Dutton Recruitment are working as an Employment Business on behalf of our client.

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs, we are hiring for a number of S killed Inspection positions. These positions are available on initial 12-month contract s based on their Derby site following either a 2 shift pattern or a 7-day working shift pattern.

Purpose of the Skilled Inspection Role:

• Inspection of Engines/Modular assemblies using the direction of Engine Manuals, Work Instructions, Technical Information & drawings and using the information to ensure that all Engine components are serviceable or need repair/replacing.

• Working to set deadlines to achieve performance targets and Customer delivery commitments.

• Working in a compliant manner to ensure that products are built to the correct technical and quality specifications.

• Ensuring Health & safety is kept to a high standard, at all times.

• Participating in continual review and improvement processes for the business to identify best practice.

• Work in collaboration with Quality & Engineering Functions daily to ensure air worthiness is of the highest standard.

Education required:

• You will have completed a recognised relevant time-served apprenticeship, evidenced with an NVQ Level 3 & Technical Certificate at level 3 or above or equivalent international qualification

• We will also accept equivalent qualifications gained through service within the Armed Forces providing they meet the requirement .

What we require from the candidate:

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience in using a variety of engineering equipment and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply instructions correctly to achieve required product quality.

• Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate relevant Inspection experience of working with engine/complex assembly components.

• Knowledge of lean principles and process basics.

• Must be able to provide all certifications before interview .

Next steps

We will only accept workers operating via a PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business