Find your ideal job:
Not sure which job?Just click search:
KPI. A Specialist Recruiter of Engineering & Manufacturing People
When you choose KPI Engineering and Manufacturing, you're partnering with a dedicated team committed to delivering excellence and ensuring the perfect match for your engineering & operational talent needs. Let's build the future of engineering together.
Our Vision:
To become the premier provider of engineering and operational talent solutions, bridging the gap between innovative companies and exceptional talent.
Our Mission:
To deliver customised recruitment services that connect engineering and operational professionals with organisations requiring their specialised skills, fostering mutual growth and success.
Services we offer:
- Permanent Placement: Finding the right fit for full-time engineering positions across various industries.
- Contract Staffing: Providing skilled engineers for temporary assignments.
- Executive Retained Search: Sourcing top-tier engineering executives for leadership roles.
- Project-Based Hiring: Assembling engineering teams for specific projects or time-bound requirements.
- Consulting Services: Offering expert advice on hiring strategies, market trends, and talent management.
Testimonials.
Advertise your vacancy HERE.
Sign Up For Job Alerts
Why choose KPI Engineering & Manufacturing?
Industry Expertise:
Our team has extensive experience in the engineering sector, ensuring we understand the specific needs and challenges of engineering roles.
Comprehensive Screening:
We conduct thorough assessments, including technical skill evaluations, to ensure candidates meet the highest standards.
Extensive Network:
Our vast network of engineering, operational professionals and industry contacts helps us find the perfect match quickly and efficiently.
Customised Solutions:
We tailor our recruitment process to meet the specific needs of each client, ensuring the best fit for both the employer and the candidate.
Commitment to Diversity:
We actively promote diversity and inclusion in engineering, helping clients build innovative and diverse teams.
Latest job listings. View all
Service Supervisor
Service Supervisor
Location: West Bromwich
Salary: Circa £45,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm (42.5 hours per week)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and organised Service Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day coordination of a team of Field Service Engineers. This is a busy, customer-focused role that requires excellent planning, communication and organisational skills to ensure engineers are deployed efficiently and customer expectations are consistently met.
Reporting to the Depot Manager, you will manage the service process from the initial customer enquiry through to the final invoice, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and schedule the daily activities of Field Service Engineers.
- Receive and log customer service requests, allocating work according to priority and engineer availability.
- Ensure engineers have the required information, parts and equipment to complete jobs successfully.
- Monitor engineer attendance, holiday requests and sickness reporting.
- Manage service jobs through to completion, ensuring labour hours, job reports and supporting documentation are accurate.
- Obtain customer purchase order numbers where required and process invoices promptly.
- Respond to invoice and service queries professionally and efficiently.
- Keep customers updated on repair progress and any additional work required.
- Work closely with the Depot Manager, Parts Department and Sales Team to deliver an excellent customer experience.
- Liaise with workshop staff where required to ensure efficient workflow.
- Ensure work-in-progress is maintained at an acceptable level.
- Raise and manage service job cards accurately.
- Support warranty claim administration and technical communications where applicable.
- Ensure all administration, reporting and documentation is completed accurately and on time.
- Carry out general office administration including filing, scanning and email correspondence.
- Deputise for the Depot Manager when required.
- Identify training and development needs within the engineering team and provide performance feedback to management.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, health and safety procedures and operational standards.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.
Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous experience in a service coordination, service control or supervisory role within a customer service or engineering environment.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively.
- Good mechanical or technical understanding (construction or plant equipment experience would be advantageous).
- Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Experience using service management or ERP systems would be beneficial.
- Proof of the right to work in the UK.
Additional Information
- Overtime available, including working 2 Saturdays per month.
- Competitive salary of circa £45,000 depending on experience.
If you are a proactive and customer-focused individual with experience managing service operations, we'd love to hear from you.
#INDENG
Maintenance Engineer (Earlies 6-2)
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Location: Lakenheath, Suffolk
Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm (40 hours per week)
Join a Leading Heavy Industry Recycling Plant
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our maintenance team at our busy recycling facility in Lakenheath. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced heavy industrial environment where reliability, safety, and continuous improvement are key to our success.
Working a permanent Monday to Friday early shift, you'll enjoy a great work-life balance while playing a vital role in keeping our plant operating safely and efficiently.
The Role
As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving a wide range of industrial machinery and equipment across the site.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities.
- Responding quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns.
- Diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults.
- Maintaining conveyors, motors, gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Fault finding on electrical control systems, motors, sensors, inverters and PLC-controlled equipment.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to improve plant reliability and efficiency.
- Ensuring all maintenance work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures.
- Recording maintenance activities using the site's maintenance management system.
- Working closely with production teams to minimise downtime.
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, works well under pressure, and has experience within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
Ideally you will have:
- Experience as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer in manufacturing, recycling, quarrying, waste, aggregates, heavy industry or a similar environment.
- Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
- A recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC, HNC or equivalent).
- Experience working with conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics and industrial machinery.
- Basic PLC fault-finding experience would be advantageous.
- A proactive approach to preventative maintenance and continuous improvement.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- A strong commitment to health and safety.
What's on Offer
- Salary circa £50,000 per annum.
- Permanent Monday to Friday shift (6:00am - 2:00pm).
- No regular weekend working.
- Stable, long-term employment within a growing recycling business.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Company pension.
- Holiday entitlement.
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement projects and plant upgrades.
#INDENG
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Manchester
Monday to Friday only
48 - 52K DOE
Week 1: 6am - 2pm
Week 2: 2pm - 10pm
Week 2: 10pm - 6am
A highly respected and well known manufacturing brand in Manchester are seeking an electrical bias maintenance engineer to complete their successful engineering function on shift.
The role focuses on performing planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance tasks across a wide variety of machinery, ensuring optimal performance of the plant in line with health, safety, and quality standards, while driving improvements across the site.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Respond quickly to unscheduled plant stoppages to minimize downtime.
- Utilise system for recording labour, materials, and performing planned maintenance tasks.
- Safely and efficiently repair plant equipment and services
- Participate in maintaining the overall efficiency of the maintenance department, including tool management, housekeeping, and spare parts control
- Work within budget guidelines and seek cost-reduction opportunities
- Identify and pursue personal development and training opportunities
- Share and implement best practices within a process driven industry.
Skills/Experience Required
- A recognised engineering apprenticeship (or equivalent) and formal electrical qualification.
- Industrial/ manufacturing industry experience.
- This role provides the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of a vital production facility.
#INDENG
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Engineer
Doncaster
Monday to Friday only
46k
Week 1: 6am - 2pm
Week 2: 2pm - 10pm
Week 3: 10pm - 6am
Early finish Fridays across the board
Overview
A highly respected and well known manufacturing brand in Doncaster are seeking multiple maintenance engineering professionals to complete their successful engineering function on shift. At present, there are opportunities for both electrical or mechanical bias maintenance engineers to join the team.
The role focuses on performing planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance tasks across a wide variety of machinery, ensuring optimal performance of the plant in line with health, safety, and quality standards, while driving improvements across the site.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Respond quickly to unscheduled plant stoppages to minimize downtime.
- Utilise system for recording labour, materials, and performing planned maintenance tasks.
- Safely and efficiently repair plant equipment and services
- Participate in maintaining the overall efficiency of the maintenance department, including tool management, housekeeping, and spare parts control
- Work within budget guidelines and seek cost-reduction opportunities
- Identify and pursue personal development and training opportunities
- Share and implement best practices within a process driven industry.
Skills/Experience Required
- A recognised engineering apprenticeship in an electrical or mechanical engineering field.
- Industrial/ manufacturing industry experience.
- This role provides the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of a vital production facility.
#INDENG
Multi Skilled Engineer
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: Circa £55,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Alternating Days & Nights)
Hours: 6:00am - 6:00pm / 6:00pm - 6:00am
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Food Manufacturing
Are you an electrically biased Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for your next challenge within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment?
We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing food manufacturer in Stoke-on-Trent that is investing in its people, equipment, and facilities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team where you'll play a key role in ensuring production runs efficiently while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
The Role
As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving a range of production and packaging machinery, ensuring maximum uptime across the site.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
- Diagnosing and resolving electrical faults quickly and effectively
- Supporting mechanical repairs and maintenance where required
- Working on conveyors, packaging machinery, processing equipment, motors, drives, sensors, and control systems
- Assisting with continuous improvement and reliability projects
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with food manufacturing standards
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site's CMMS
About You
We're looking for an engineer who has:
- Electrical bias with strong fault-finding abilities
- Mechanical maintenance skills to support day-to-day engineering activities
- Previous experience within food manufacturing or another fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment
- Recognised engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or equivalent)
- Experience with PLC fault finding would be advantageous
- A proactive attitude with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
What's on Offer?
- Circa £55,000 salary
- Excellent benefits package
- 4 on / 4 off shift pattern offering an excellent work-life balance
- Opportunity to work for a stable and growing food manufacturer
- Ongoing training and development
- Career progression opportunities within a successful engineering team
If you're an electrically biased Maintenance Engineer looking to join a business that values its engineers and offers long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
#INDENG
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Days only
Up to 40k Base salary + Overtime
Liverpool
6% employer pension contribution
26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Christmas shut down
Medicash cashplan
Week One: 7am - 3.30pm
Week Two: 9am - 5.30pm
We are excited to present a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a highly reputable chemicals producer in Liverpool. The role focuses on performing planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance tasks, ensuring optimal performance of the plant in line with health, safety, and quality standards, while driving improvements across the site.
- Follow site procedures related to quality, environmental, and health & safety systems
- Continuously improve plant operations, processes, and the working environment, collaborating across departments
- Assist in monitoring external contractors and ensuring compliance with site rules
- Conduct regular plant inspections and audits
- Respond quickly to unscheduled plant stoppages to minimize downtime
- Utilise system for recording labour, materials, and performing planned maintenance tasks (PPM)
- Safely and efficiently repair plant equipment and services
- Participate in maintaining the overall efficiency of the maintenance department, including tool management, housekeeping, and spare parts control
- Be part of the maintenance call-out program.
- Diagnose and resolve plant/process defects using Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Work within budget guidelines and seek cost-reduction opportunities
- Engage in and promote a Safety-First culture
- Identify and pursue personal development and training opportunities
- Share and implement best practices within a process driven industry
Skills/Experience Required
- A recognized engineering apprenticeship and formal qualification.
- Previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer in an industrial, process, chemical or manufacturing environment
- Hands-on experience with mechanical drive couplings, chains, belts, and bearings
#INDENG
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Crewe
£39,000 + Excellent Benefits
Monday – Friday | 37.5 Hours | Permanent
The Opportunity
Are you an electrically qualified maintenance professional looking for a varied, hands-on role?
We're recruiting for an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join the Facilities team of a well-established national business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of electrical maintenance and general facilities work, helping to keep multiple sites safe, compliant and operating efficiently.
No two days are the same. You'll be carrying out planned preventative maintenance, responding to breakdowns, completing installations and repairs, and supporting the overall upkeep of the sites.
A company vehicle will be provided for travel between sites when required.
Key responsibilities
-
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs)
-
Diagnose and repair electrical faults
-
Complete electrical installations and minor project work
-
Undertake testing, inspections and certification where required
-
Support the general maintenance and upkeep of buildings and facilities
-
Complete site surveys and maintenance reports
-
Order parts and maintain tools and equipment
-
Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with regulations
What we're looking for
Essential
-
City & Guilds 2382 (18th Edition)
-
Level 3 Electrical Qualification (or equivalent)
-
Experience working with 3-phase electrical systems
Desirable
-
City & Guilds 2391 (Testing & Inspection)
-
Experience completing electrical certification
-
Previous maintenance or facilities experience
We're looking for someone who is flexible, proactive and happy to turn their hand to a variety of maintenance tasks. Whilst electrical work forms a key part of the role, you'll also support the wider upkeep of the facilities, so a positive, can-do attitude is essential.
What's on offer
-
£38,975 annual salary
-
Monday to Friday working pattern
-
37.5-hour working week
-
Company vehicle for travel between sites
-
33 days holiday
-
Company pension scheme
-
Healthcare Cashback Scheme
-
Staff discounts
-
Enhanced family leave
-
Share-save scheme
-
Paid charity volunteering days
-
Long-term career stability with a growing national business
Interested?
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
Zoe Murray
Principal Recruitment Consultant
Engineering Division | KPI Recruiting Ltd
zoe.murray@kpir.co.uk
01925 637871
07860145624
#INDENG
Solar Roof Installer
Solar Roof Installer
Crewe | £32,000 - £38,000 DOE | Permanent | 40-48 Hours per Week
Join an exciting new renewable energy team with the backing of a major UK organisation.
We're recruiting on behalf of a leading national business investing in the future of renewable energy. As part of a brand-new residential Solar PV division, you'll have the opportunity to join from the very beginning, helping to build a high-performing installation team while enjoying the stability and career prospects of an established employer.
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in quality workmanship and want to be part of the UK's growing renewable energy sector, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
Working within a 2-3 person installation crew, you'll install residential Solar PV systems on customers' homes, ensuring every installation is completed safely, professionally and to the highest standards.
Responsibilities include:
-
Installing roof mounting systems and Solar PV panels on domestic properties
-
Preparing roofs, including tile removal and replacement where required
-
Working safely at height using appropriate fall protection equipment
-
Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
-
Assisting electrical colleagues by preparing cable routes and positioning equipment
-
Carrying out site safety checks and maintaining a clean working environment
-
Completing installations within agreed timescales while maintaining excellent quality
-
Treating customers' homes with care and delivering exceptional customer service
What We're Looking For
✔ Previous Solar PV installation experience
✔ Roofing experience
✔ CSCS Card
✔ Working at Height certification
✔ Experience using hand and power tools
✔ Full UK Driving Licence
✔ Strong understanding of health and safety
✔ Reliable team player with a positive attitude and excellent customer service skills
What's on Offer
-
£32,000-£38,000 depending on experience
-
Permanent, full-time opportunity
-
Company vehicle and specialist equipment provided during working hours
-
Ongoing training and career development
-
Genuine opportunities to progress within a growing renewable energy division
-
The chance to help build a brand-new service backed by a leading UK organisation
-
Supportive team culture with long-term career prospects
If you're an experienced Solar Roof Installer looking for an exciting opportunity with real career potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact:
Zoe Murray
Principal Recruiter
07860 145624
#INDENG
Solar Roof Installer (Coventry)
Solar Roof Installer
Crewe & Coventry | £32,000 - £38,000 DOE | Permanent | 40-48 Hours per Week
Join an exciting new renewable energy team with the backing of a major UK organisation.
We're recruiting on behalf of a leading national business investing in the future of renewable energy. As part of a brand-new residential Solar PV division, you'll have the opportunity to join from the very beginning, helping to build a high-performing installation team while enjoying the stability and career prospects of an established employer.
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in quality workmanship and want to be part of the UK's growing renewable energy sector, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
Working within a 2-3 person installation crew, you'll install residential Solar PV systems on customers' homes, ensuring every installation is completed safely, professionally and to the highest standards.
Responsibilities include:
-
Installing roof mounting systems and Solar PV panels on domestic properties
-
Preparing roofs, including tile removal and replacement where required
-
Working safely at height using appropriate fall protection equipment
-
Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
-
Assisting electrical colleagues by preparing cable routes and positioning equipment
-
Carrying out site safety checks and maintaining a clean working environment
-
Completing installations within agreed timescales while maintaining excellent quality
-
Treating customers' homes with care and delivering exceptional customer service
What We're Looking For
✔ Previous Solar PV installation experience
✔ Roofing experience
✔ CSCS Card
✔ Working at Height certification
✔ Experience using hand and power tools
✔ Full UK Driving Licence
✔ Strong understanding of health and safety
✔ Reliable team player with a positive attitude and excellent customer service skills
What's on Offer
-
£32,000-£38,000 depending on experience
-
Permanent, full-time opportunity
-
Company vehicle and specialist equipment provided during working hours
-
Ongoing training and career development
-
Genuine opportunities to progress within a growing renewable energy division
-
The chance to help build a brand-new service backed by a leading UK organisation
-
Supportive team culture with long-term career prospects
If you're an experienced Solar Roof Installer looking for an exciting opportunity with real career potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact:
Zoe Murray
Principal Recruiter
07860 145624
#INDENG
Solar PV Electrician (Crewe)
Solar PV Electrician
Crewe | £42,000 - £50,000 DOE | Permanent | 40-48 Hours per Week
Be part of something new - backed by the strength of a major UK organisation.
We're recruiting on behalf of a leading national business launching an exciting new residential Solar PV division. This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the first installation teams, helping to shape a growing renewable energy service while enjoying the security, investment and career opportunities that come with an established employer.
If you're passionate about renewable energy, take pride in your workmanship and enjoy delivering an outstanding customer experience, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
Working as part of a small installation crew, you'll be responsible for the electrical installation, testing, commissioning and connection of residential Solar PV systems, ensuring every installation is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard.
Your responsibilities will include:
-
Installing, testing and commissioning domestic Solar PV systems
-
Completing AC and DC wiring, inverter installations and consumer unit connections
-
Configuring inverters, battery storage systems and monitoring platforms
-
Carrying out electrical testing, fault finding and diagnostics
-
Ensuring all installations comply with BS7671, MCS and G98/G99 regulations
-
Completing commissioning certificates and installation documentation
-
Liaising with installation teams to ensure projects are completed efficiently
-
Delivering a professional handover to customers, explaining system operation and answering any questions
-
Maintaining the highest standards of health and safety and customer service
What We're Looking For
✔ NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
✔ 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
✔ Inspection & Testing Qualification (2391, 2394/2395 or equivalent)
✔ Previous domestic electrical installation experience
✔ Proven Solar PV installation and commissioning experience
✔ Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
✔ Full UK Driving Licence
✔ Excellent communication and customer service skills
What's on Offer
-
£42,000-£50,000 depending on experience
-
Permanent, full-time opportunity
-
Company vehicle and equipment provided during working hours
-
Ongoing training and professional development
-
Genuine career progression within a rapidly expanding renewable energy division
-
Opportunity to help build a brand-new service backed by a leading UK organisation
-
Supportive team environment with quality and customer satisfaction at its core
If you're looking for your next challenge and want to play a key role in the future of residential renewable energy, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact:
Zoe Murray
Principal Recruiter
07860 145624
#INDENG
Our partners