Maintenance Engineer

We are working with a forward thinking FMCG company who have a very ambitious growth plan ahead. They are now in a position where they require a highly experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their team.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will help support the Engineering Manager across all engineering initiatives, with a focus on reducing downtime and maximising output per production line.

Job Responsibilities

Support with the maintenance of all critical plant and machinery, including both reactive and preventive tasks
Deliver the planning and implementation of scheduled maintenance activities to optimise operational uptime
Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to troubleshoot recurring issues and implement corrective actions
Ensure that all maintenance activities are documented accurately, maintaining up-to-date records for audits and operational transparency
Manage and coordinate external contractors for specialist maintenance or major overhauls, ensuring all work is completed to high safety and quality standards
Collaborate with production teams to ensure minimal disruption to manufacturing processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Take responsibility for safety protocols, ensuring all work complies with health, safety, and environmental regulations
Participate in the design, upgrade, installation, and relocation of machinery as required, ensuring all equipment operates to optimal standards

Person Specification

To be successful in the role of Maintenance Engineer, you will need:

Experience within a similar role ideally in a Food or FMCG environment
Relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering
Excellent mechanical skill set and basic electrical experience and fault finding skills as a minimum
Ideally have relevant food industry qualifications such as Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate and Level 3 HACCP Certificate
Extensive knowledge of reactive and planned maintenance practices
Familiarity with health and safety regulations and best practices in maintenance
Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive approach to working with cross-functional teams

Hours of Work, Pay, and Benefits

Up to £45,000
45-hour week
Monday to Friday
08:00 to 17:00, some flexibility will be required