Maintenance Engineer (FTC)
Location: North Cornwall
Contract: Fixed Term Contract - until August 2026
Salary: £55,000 per annum (pro rata from start date)
Shift Pattern: 3-on / 3-off (days & nights)
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join a state‑of‑the‑art food manufacturing site in North Cornwall. This is a front‑line engineering role within a high‑care production environment, supporting critical manufacturing assets and working closely with the Engineering Team Leader.
You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving equipment across the site, with a particular focus on food production, supplying specialist ingredients to external food manufacturers.
This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys a hands‑on, fast‑paced FMCG environment and wants exposure to both preventative and reactive maintenance in a modern facility.
Key Responsibilities
* Delivering planned preventative maintenance and responding to reactive engineering issues
* Maintaining and fault‑finding on equipment including pumps, motors, valves, agitators and instrumentation
* Working collaboratively with engineering colleagues and production teams to plan and execute maintenance activities
* Recording and tracking work through the site maintenance management system
* Supporting multiple operational areas to gain broader site experience
Qualifications
* Are a Maintenance Engineer, ideally time‑served or qualified to NVQ, HNC or HND level.
* Have a good understanding of UK engineering regulations and legislation
* Enjoy a hands‑on role, working both indoors and outdoors
* Have experience in a manufacturing or production environment (FMCG experience preferred)
* Work well as part of a team and are willing to support others when needed
* Are comfortable using computerized maintenance and reporting systems
What's on Offer
* Quarterly bonus scheme
* Autonomous and inclusive working environment
* Opportunities for career progression within the UK and internationally
* Enhanced employer pension contributions
* Health cash plan (including dental and eye care claims)
* 24/7 wellbeing support via a clinically approved app
* Life assurance up to 4x salary
* Discounted branded products
* Free on‑site parking
* Subsidised staff restaurant
* Access to a wide range of retail discounts and employee benefits
Apply now for more information and immediate review
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