Shift Engineer Work in Manchester
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We're building a network of skilled maintenance engineers ready to deliver electrical & mechanical shift cover across Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester area. If you're experienced in providing hands-on support, troubleshooting, and planned maintenance and want flexibility with your shift cover - we'd love to hear from you.
Electrical or mechanical maintenance engineers
Multi-skilled shift engineers (food, FMCG, pharma, etc.)
Manchester-based or willing to travel across surrounding areas
Available for short-notice or scheduled shifts
Registered as a sole trader or Ltd company

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Shift Hero connects skilled maintenance engineers with flexible, well-paid shift opportunities in Manchester and surrounding areas.
Work on your own terms, accept only the shifts you want, and get paid weekly.
Whether you’re between contracts or building a flexible schedule, we make it easy to keep earning with no hassle and no agencies.

Why Engineers Choose Shift Hero
Engineers choose Shift Hero because we put flexibility and fairness first. Whether you're seeking reliable electrical & mechanical shift cover opportunities or want more control over your work-life balance, our platform makes it easy to access well-paid maintenance shifts, on your terms, with no middlemen.
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Choose your own shifts - you're in control
Paid weekly - no delays or chasing
Real engineering support, we speak your language
Top manufacturing and production sites in your area
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We help experienced engineers find flexible work across Manchester and nearby areas like Salford, Trafford Park, Stockport, Oldham, Bolton, Bury, Rochdale, Wigan and Altrincham.
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Leeds Engineering Jobs - FAQs
Electrical, mechanical and multi-skilled maintenance roles across FMCG, food & beverage, pharma and general manufacturing. Day and night shift options.
Mainly contracting and shift cover. You choose the shifts you want and set your preferences.
Most shifts are 8–12 hours. Pay varies by site and skill mix; set your expected rate in your profile and you’ll only receive matching offers.
Local availability helps, but we also have roles across Greater Manchester. Set your travel radius in your preferences.
Create a free profile, upload your documents and start receiving offers. Register now.