Maintenance Engineer

Purpose of Role

To maintain plant and equipment to ensure operational efficiency, compliance with food hygiene, health & safety regulations, and minimal downtime.

Key Requirements

Qualifications & Training

• Relevant engineering qualification
• Minimum Level 2 Food Safety
• Completion of all mandatory and site-specific training

Experience & Skills

• Previous FMCG manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Understanding of continuous improvement methods
• Strong fault-finding and root cause analysis skills
• Accuracy, reliability, and ability to meet job demands

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair plant and equipment to high standards, ensuring minimal disruption
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM), documenting checks and corrective actions
• Conduct visual inspections on machinery to detect wear, damage, or contamination risk
• Regularly test and maintain metal detection and failsafe systems
• Ensure safe use and maintenance of tools, spare parts, and engineering equipment
• Liaise with management and cross-functional teams regarding breakdowns and maintenance activities
• Uphold high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, and workshop cleanliness
• Comply with all food safety, health & safety, and legal standards
• Support KPIs in quality, safety, environment, yield, and customer service
• Attend required training and ensure up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g., HACCP, COSHH, H&S Act)
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and highlight areas for operational improvement
• Respect ethical policies and contribute positively to the team culture

Skills for Success

Work Area Skills

• Understands systems, KPIs, and continuous improvement
• Produces accurate, high-quality work
• Proactively reports issues or opportunities

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and deadline-driven
• Manages time effectively
• Works collaboratively towards shared goals

If you are intereested in the above role, please send your cv to [contact hidden]