Maintenance Engineer

4 on 4 off (Night Shift)

Company Overview

I am recruiting for a well-established and respected leader in the food production industry, supplying high-quality products to major retailers and partners across the UK. They are known for investing in people, innovation, and continuous improvement, this business operates in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment with a strong focus on product quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

Job Summary

They are seeking a proactive and skilled Maintenance Engineer to support site operations and ensure maximum equipment availability. Working on a 4 on 4 off permanent night shift, you will play a key role in planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of production machinery and automated systems. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking engineering team within a stable and growing organisation.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Excellent working environment with long-term career prospects
• Free on-site parking
• Employee wellbeing support and benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown repairs
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults across production and packaging equipment
• Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve reliability
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and contribute to asset care strategies
• Liaise with production and operations teams to minimise disruption and maximise output
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and food safety standards at all times
• Participate in root cause analysis and long-term solutions for recurring issues
• Contribute to engineering projects and equipment upgrades when required

Requirements

• Time-served engineer with a recognised qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, etc.)
• Strong multi-skilled background (electrical bias preferred, but not essential)
• Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or food/FMCG environment
• Good working knowledge of automated production lines, conveyors, packaging machinery, and associated systems
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment (Siemens/Allen Bradley advantageous)
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Team player with strong communication skills and a continuous improvement mindset
• Flexible and reliable, with a hands-on approach to engineering challenges

How to Apply

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