My client, a dynamic global food company, seeks a dedicated Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal machinery performance and uphold safety standards. This crucial role involves maintaining and repairing equipment to minimise downtime and ensure smooth operations.

Shift Details: 12-hour shifts on a specific schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

Service and resolve plant issues.
Develop strategies for efficient operations and enhance operator autonomy.
Respond quickly to breakdowns and emergencies.
Oversee external contractors on-site.
Ensure compliance with BRC Site Standards.
Compile KPIs to track performance and drive initiatives.
Implement Planned Preventative Maintenance and conduct Root Cause Analysis.
Manage Corrective Maintenance and Asset Management.
Maintain critical spares and support Business Continuity Planning.

Skills Required:

Strong problem-solving and proactive approach.
Knowledge of industrial mechanical maintenance and electrical fault finding.
Familiarity with pumps, pneumatics, and PLC systems is a plus.
Good communication skills and teamwork.
Experience in coaching and mentoring.
Recognised engineering qualifications.
Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing and FMCG is a bonus.
Flexibility to work varied hours as needed.

What They Offer:
Generous annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata).
Enhanced sick pay.
Staff discounts.
Employee recognition awards.
Additional perks.

This is a full-time permanent position. The starting salary is 37,000 pa, to be increased on a successful probationary period.

If you are suitable and available, please call Kerris at the Berry Recruitment Cornwall for further information.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.