This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving problems, improving machinery performance, and keeping a high-speed manufacturing site running safely and efficiently. My client is a leading player in the food industry seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Technician to join their fast-growing food production facility.
TITLE: Mandarin Speaking On-Site Maintenance Technician
Location: Erith
Job Type: Permanent, full-time
Salary up to 42,000
Language required: Fluent Mandarin and English
As an On-Site Maintenance Technician, you will be at the heart of our operations maintaining, repairing, and optimizing machinery and infrastructure in a busy food production environment. Your work will be critical to minimizing downtime, ensuring food safety compliance, and supporting the seamless execution of daily production targets.
Key Responsibilities
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
Perform scheduled inspections and maintenance on equipment such as dumpling machines, mixers, grinders, refrigeration units, boilers, and packaging lines.
Identify potential issues early to prevent unplanned breakdowns.
Emergency Breakdown Support
Respond swiftly to machinery failures to minimize production disruption.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.
Technical Troubleshooting &Optimization
Conduct root cause analysis and implement effective solutions.
Calibrate equipment and support the installation of new machinery.
Maintenance Documentation
Maintain accurate records via CMMS, including spare parts usage and repair histories.
Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for engineering standards.
Food Safety, Hygiene & Compliance
Adhere to BRCGS, HACCP, COSHH, and Health & Safety guidelines.
Ensure all maintenance activities meet strict food hygiene standards.
Contractor Coordination
Liaise with external specialists (e.g., boiler and refrigeration contractors) and oversee their work on site.Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills (Required in at least one area)
Mechanical maintenance (bearings, shafts, gearboxes)
Electrical fault finding (control panels, sensors, wiring)
Refrigeration systems (experience with R404A/R448A is a plus)
Boiler and compressed air systems
Basic PLC knowledge (Siemens/Mitsubishi preferred)Core Competencies
Strong problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety
Effective communication and teamwork
Proactive and able to work with minimal supervisionExperience & Certifications
Background in food manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial maintenance
Relevant engineering qualifications:
Level 2/3 Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Installation (18th Edition preferred)
F-Gas Certification (advantageous)
FLT Licence (beneficial)
Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and participate in an on call rota