Maintenance Engineer; FTC

Maintenance Engineer (FTC)

Location:

North Cornwall

Contract:

Fixed Term Contract - until August 2026

Salary: £55,000 per annum (pro rata from start date)

Shift Pattern: 3-on / 3-off (days & nights)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join a state‑of‑the‑art food manufacturing site in North Cornwall. This is a front‑line engineering role within a high‑care production environment, supporting critical manufacturing assets and working closely with the Engineering Team Leader.

You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving equipment across the site, with a particular focus on food production, supplying specialist ingredients to external food manufacturers.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys a hands‑on, fast‑paced FMCG environment and wants exposure to both preventative and reactive maintenance in a modern facility.

• Delivering planned preventative maintenance and responding to reactive engineering issues
• Maintaining and fault‑finding on equipment including pumps, motors, valves, agitators and instrumentation
• Working collaboratively with engineering colleagues and production teams to plan and execute maintenance activities
• Recording and tracking work through the site maintenance management system
• Supporting multiple operational areas to gain broader site experience

• Are a Maintenance Engineer, ideally time‑served or qualified to NVQ, HNC or HND level.
• Have a good understanding of UK engineering regulations and legislation
• Enjoy a hands‑on role, working both indoors and outdoors
• Have experience in a manufacturing or production environment (FMCG experience preferred)
• Work well as part of a team and are willing to support others when needed
• Are comfortable using computerized maintenance and reporting systems

• Quarterly bonus scheme
• Autonomous and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for career progression within the UK and internationally
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Health cash plan (including dental and eye care claims)
• 24/7 wellbeing support via a clinically approved app
• Life assurance up to 4x salary
• Discounted branded products
• Free on‑site parking
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• Access to a wide range of retail discounts and employee benefits

Apply now for more information and immediate review