Maintenance Engineer (Nights) - Facilities

Maintenance Engineer (Nights) – Facilities

Hiring Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Client: Aldi Distribution Centre

Locations: Primary location: Sawley Regional DC (Transitioning to Bardon DC)

Salary Details: £15.48 – £19.35 per hour (Higher rate of £19.84 per hour paid for hours worked between 10pm and 4am)

Contract Type: Permanent

Shift Pattern: Night Shifts | 18:00 to 06:00 (4 on, 4 off rotation including weekends)

📌 Important Location Notice: This position will be based at the Sawley Regional Distribution Centre in the first instance, before moving to the Bardon site. Please ensure you live within a 90-minute commute of the working location prior to applying.

About Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we bridge the gap between high-caliber engineering specialists and world-class automated distribution operations. We assist you every step of the way, providing guidance and support to advance your engineering career.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Engineer (Nights) to join the engineering team driving performance across state-of-the-art logistics sites. Bardon represents Aldi's first globally automated site; as a Maintenance Engineer, you will be empowered to tackle complex technical challenges, uphold safety, and maximize equipment performance while embodying values of simplicity, responsibility, and consistency.

Detailed Key Responsibilities

• Plant Maintenance & Safety: Perform routine servicing, inspections, and preventative/corrective maintenance across all electrical and mechanical facilities and MHE installations.

• Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving: Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on faults and contribute to End of Shift (EOS) reports to eliminate operational downtime.

• CMMS & Asset Management: Maintain 100% accurate data entry within the CMMS for safety-critical tasks, spares inventory, and ISO 55000 asset management documentation.

• Facilities & Contractor Supervision: Oversee trade contractors, manage general DIY tasks, and execute scheduled site upkeep and landscaping plans.

• Communication & Standards: Keep the workshop clean, organized, and compliant with H&S regulations, explaining complex engineering problems clearly to stakeholders.

Skills & Requirements

Essential Criteria:

• Level 2 qualification in Engineering OR equivalent experience as a Facilities/Maintenance Engineer.

• Strong technical capability across mechanical and electrical systems.

• Proficient computer skills (MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, Outlook, and CMMS software).

• Proactive mindset, excellent time management, and strong communication skills.

• Must live within 90 minutes of the working location.

Desirable Criteria:

• Level 3 ONC qualification in an engineering discipline.

• IOSH Working Safely or General NEBOSH certification.

• Recognized trade qualifications (e.g., Electrician, Joiner, Plumber, Gas).

• Previous experience maintaining automated warehouse or distribution environments.

• Practical knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodology.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Top-Tier Night Earnings: Base rates from £15.48–£19.35/hr, boosting up to £19.84/hr between 10:00 PM and 4:00 AM, alongside paid breaks.

• Work-Life Balance: Structured 4-on / 4-off shift pattern.

• Financial Wellbeing: Access to affordable loans, debt consolidation services, health checks, and savings tools.

• Leave & Retirement: Generous annual holiday entitlement, company pension contributions, sabbatical policy, and paid parental leave.

• Health & Lifestyle Perks: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Cycle-to-Work scheme, discounted health cover, and extensive shopping discounts.

• Inclusion: A supportive work environment committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion.