Site Services Engineer

Job Introduction

We are looking for a Site Services Engineer to provide support to the site engineering team through daily management of all site services, utilities and systems, assist with engineering stock management, carry out building and outdoor maintenance as required, and assist with legal compliance management.

• Maintain excellent levels of service to the engineering operation through thorough maintenance and management of site services and utilities.
• Carry out daily checks, tests, optimisation and maintenance on site services, including: effluent plant, steam raising plant, compressed air plant, water softening and distribution system, refrigeration plant and associated plant, and external site water management system.
• Ensure all engineering procedures are adhered to and all work is carried out in a controlled manner in line with company technical procedures, relevant legislation and guidelines.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment for all staff on site.
• Manage contractors when required.
• Assist in engineering stock control.
• Carry out general building and site maintenance and repairs.
• Assist Engineering Manager with site service contract management.

• Maintain site services equipment in optimum working order.
• Minimise reaction time to site services issues.
• Ensure all regulatory standards are met (e.g., EA permit).
• Improve plant efficiency.
• Train operators on new machinery when required.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude toward maintenance.
• Promote correct use of equipment.

• Maintain a safe working environment in line with company and legal requirements.
• Follow all engineering health and safety procedures.
• Participate in the health and safety team and carry out required functions.

• Communicate effectively with operational staff through formal and informal channels.
• Participate in meetings and trials requiring engineering input.

• Maintain machinery in compliance with quality and technical requirements.
• Follow site technical procedures for general maintenance.
• Work closely with the hygiene team to ensure correct cleaning procedures.
• Proactively improve engineering functions to reduce food safety risk.

• Assist and support the Engineering team with trials and equipment solutions where necessary.

• Previous experience working in an FMG chilled environment.
• Experience with effluent plant, compressed air systems, steam raising, pumped water systems, refrigeration.
• Experience working in a customer‑focused environment.
• Contract management.
• Working knowledge of regulations relating to pressure systems and control of legionella.

• Time‑served apprenticeship in an engineering environment.
• Food production engineering experience.

• Good communication skills.
• Team player.
• IT knowledge.
• Decision‑making ability.
• Logical thinking.

• Flexible.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Versatile.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Problem‑solving ability.
• Trustworthy.
• Team player.