Maintenance Engineer - Field Based

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. 

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

• →Perform hands-on fault diagnosis and repair of plant equipment, resolving issues efficiently to minimize operational downtime and maintain productivity.
• →Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to schedule and execute preventive and breakdown maintenance activities, ensuring timely repairs and maintenance.
• →Manage spare parts inventory to guarantee stock availability, preventing delays in maintenance tasks and ensuring smooth operations.
• →Conduct regular inspections of machinery and equipment, documenting all maintenance activities, repairs, and downtime for tracking and reporting purposes.
• →Lead and manage capital projects, including coordination with contractors, ensuring schedules are met, and controlling related expenditures to ensure project success.
• →Ensure compliance with health and safety standards by fostering a zero-harm environment, maintaining adherence to corporate safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• →Provide technical expertise and support during equipment installation and acceptance testing, ensuring new systems meet operational standards.
• →Drive continuous improvement in safety, cost efficiency, product quality, and service delivery through the application of best maintenance practices and process optimization.

·       Deliver proactive and reactive maintenance across multiple CHEP facilities

·       Diagnose faults and conduct detailed root cause analysis

·       Drive continuous improvement across equipment and maintenance processes

·       Support site reliability initiatives: identify failure modes, analyse trends, and implement corrective actions

·       Assist with project work, upgrades, and change initiatives

·       Use CMMS to log, track, and manage maintenance activities

·       Supervise contractors and issue work permits

·       Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with regulations and CHEP standards

We’re looking for a Field‑Based Multi‑Skilled Engineer with an electrical bias to support several CHEP service centres across the Daventry region. You’ll be responsible for maintaining, fault‑finding, and improving automated equipment across multiple sites, ensuring high levels of safety, reliability, and operational performance.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact across multiple operations.

The role will have a base location of Daventry.

·       Strong electrical bias with relevant electrical qualifications

·       Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance

·       Multi‑skilled capability across electrical and mechanical disciplines

·       Experience in fast‑paced, safety‑critical or automated environments

·       Confident fault‑finding skills (electrical, mechanical, PLC)

·       Ability to read engineering drawings and use workshop tools

·       Experience with automation, PLCs, robotics, or similar technologies (highly desirable)

·       A proactive, safety‑focused mindset and the ability to work independently across multiple sites

·       Full UK driving licence

CHEP is the global leader in pallet, crate, and container pooling, supporting the world’s biggest brands with over 300 million assets across 55+ countries. We’re committed to sustainability, diversity, and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Apply today to join our field‑based engineering team supporting Thurrock, Dagenham, Sittingbourne, and beyond.