Job Description
Maintenance Engineer
£40,000 - £42,000
Wigan
06:00 - 14:00 / 14:00 - 22:00 / 22:00 - 06:00 (1-in-5 rotation)
Overtime is paid in addition to basic salary.
gap technical are looking for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join our clients team at a leading food manufacturing site. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of machinery, utilities, and site services while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and hygiene.
Performance Objectives
* Perform reactive maintenance to minimize production downtime.
* Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on mechanical and electrical equipment (if competent).
* Maintain site utilities, buildings, and support services, ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards.
* Support the installation, commissioning, and testing of new equipment.
* Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless communication and minimize disruption.
* Ensure that all work meets Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Hygiene standards.
Person Specification
1. HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
2. Proven experience in a similar engineering role at a competent level.
3. Strong knowledge of health & safety and food safety regulations.
4. Ability to work independently or as part of a team.