Maintenance Technician

The Rewards and Benefits on

Offer:

A full-time, permanent position with long-term career opportunities.

Comprehensive training and continuous professional development.

Work within a supportive and experienced maintenance team.

Free on-site parking.

Company pension scheme.

Three-shift pattern following initial training/orientation period.

New Job Opportunity:

We are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a well-established and expanding manufacturing site. This is an excellent opportunity for a multi-skilled engineer—preferably with a background in food manufacturing—who enjoys problem-solving, teamwork, and working with a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems.

You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving production machinery, ensuring equipment runs efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

The Job You’ll Do:

* Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on site equipment, including mixers, blenders, form-fill packaging machines, sachet machines, and metal detectors.

* Maintain electrical and mechanical systems, as well as site facilities and infrastructure.

* Perform basic boiler care (steam and thermal fluid) and chiller maintenance.

* Correctly handle and use approved chemicals and food-contact equipment.

* Manage documentation including certification records, machine data sheets, and inventory logs

* Order spare parts, approved chemicals, and maintenance tools when required.

* Ensure precise shift handovers and clear communication across teams.

* Supervise contractors and issue permits to work.

* Support and oversee installation of new machinery and equipment.

* Conduct root cause analysis to prevent recurring breakdowns.

* Undertake special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

* Assist operators with machine operation and troubleshooting.

* Lead and support technicians and trainee engineers as needed.

* Drive site improvements in hygiene, quality, and performance.

* Participate in internal and external audits.

* Occasionally attend off-site training related to new or upgraded equipment.

About You:

* Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or time-served apprenticeship).

* Electrical qualification with 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification.

* Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.).

* Proven experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment (food sector preferred).

* Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.

* A proactive and safety-conscious approach to all tasks.

* Strong teamwork and communication skills.

* Welding skills – preferred but not essential.

* Food hygiene experience – training provided if required