Maintenance Engineer
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off - Days and Nights - 6am-6pm / 6pm-6am
A well-established food manufacturing site is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to support site operations by maintaining andਟੀ improving production equipment. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role involves a mix of mechanical and electrical maintenance, including both reactive breakdowns and planned preventative maintenance. You will play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability and supporting continuous improvement across the site.
Responsibilities
* Carry out reactive and preventative maintenance on a range of food processing equipment including filling machines, pumps, spiral freezers, steam kettles, metal detectors, and depositors
* Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic faults
* Complete repairs and modifications to machinery as required
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* Record all maintenance activities using a CMMS (Shires)
* Identify and request required spare parts through the Engineering Buyer
* Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety and food manufacturing standards
* Build strong working relationships with operations and area leads
* Complete all required safety and technical compliance documentation
* Liaise with Engineering and Maintenance Managers regarding foreseeable issues and improvement opportunities
Knowledge & Skills of a Maintenance Engineer
Essential
* HND, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent engineering qualification
* Experience within a food manufacturing environment is desirable
* Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills
* Experience contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Good IT literacy
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, from shop floor to senior management
* People management and teamwork skills
* Strong reporting and documentation skills
* A proactive, “can‑do” attitude with a strong safety focus
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary with shift allowance
* 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (days and nights, 12‑hour shifts)
* Stable role within a busy and established food manufacturing site
* Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and equipment reliability
This role would suit an experienced Maintenance Engineer seeking a long‑term opportunity within a well‑established manufacturing environment. Apply now to register your interest.
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