An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join the Engineering & Maintenance team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring production runs smoothly by maintaining and repairing machinery, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous improvement across the site.
This position comes with a 4 on, 4 off rotation - working days only.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out routine electrical and mechanical maintenance, fault finding, and inspections on production equipment.
* Deliver reactive repairs on high-speed, PLC-controlled machinery, handling systems, and packaging lines.
* Work with pneumatic, hydraulic and electromechanical systems.
* Support the production team by resolving breakdowns quickly and effectively.
* Perform preventative and predictive maintenance routines and follow up with accurate reports and follow-through.
* Monitor machine performance, respond to faults, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
* Engage with suppliers and contractors during new installations, upgrades, or modifications.
* Maintain accurate records using the site's Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
* Ensure safe working practices, participate in toolbox talks, and complete permits to work and risk assessments (training provided).
* Contribute to high standards of food safety, hygiene, and H&S compliance.
* Keep your working environment clean and organised, supporting 5S and lean initiatives.
* Be available to work the 4 on / 4 off dayshift rotation.
Experience:
* Recognised Mechanical and/or Electrical qualification is essential.
* Experience within a manufacturing environment required; food production experience preferred.
* Strong diagnostic and root cause analysis skills.
* Understanding of PLC logic is beneficial (not essential).
* Working knowledge of steam, refrigeration, and compressed air systems is a bonus.
* Positive, proactive, and solutions-focused approach.
* Comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple priorities.
* Strong communicator – both written and verbal, and confident working in a multicultural team.
* Committed to continuous improvement, learning, and sharing knowledge across the team.
* Strong appreciation for compliance, safety, and quality standards.
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