Maintenance Engineer

Position: Maintenance Engineer (Permanent)
I'm currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading food manufacturer with sites across the UK and Ireland, employing over 5,000 people, and supplying high-quality beef, lamb, and pork to retailers and food service providers worldwide. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and growth, it offers exciting opportunities to be part of a business that's driving excellence in the global food industry.

You'll be working Monday to Friday during the day, with lots of overtime available!

What you'll do:

Tackle equipment breakdowns head-on and keep downtime to a minimum
Carry out preventative maintenance that ensures smooth operations
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical challenges with confidence
Support continuous improvement and efficiency in a fast-paced production environment

What we're looking for:

A BTEC/C&G in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification
18th Edition training (advantageous)
Post-apprenticeship experience in food manufacturing or previous work in a food production environment (desirable)
Proven work experience in a similar maintenance role (essential)
Competence working with electricity and carrying out electrical work safely
Strong experience in problem-solving and troubleshooting electrical issues through to resolution
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively to meet deadlines
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
A keen eye for detail, commitment, and the ability to take responsibility in a safety-first environment

Why join us?

Be part of a forward-thinking food manufacturing company where your expertise makes a real impact
Ongoing training & career development opportunities
Competitive pay, great benefits, and job security
A workplace that values teamwork, safety, and innovation

What's Next?

Give me a call! Whether you're already hooked or fancy knowing just that little bit more. You can reach me, Ben at (phone number removed) or email me at (url removed). You can also drop me a message on Linked In if that's easier. Don't worry about having an up-to-date CV, we can sort that out later