Maintenance Engineer

Company: TechMet Appointments
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Job Description:

We are recruiting an experienced, hands-onMultiskilled Maintenance Engineer for a standalone role within a food manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated engineer who enjoys working independently, bringing fresh ideas and taking real ownership of the engineering function within a small department.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and improve planned preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Carry out mechanical and electrical fault-finding and repairs.
  • Maintain production equipment, including filling lines, conveyors, pumps, motors and sensors.
  • Troubleshoot basic PLC and control system issues.
  • Oversee site utilities, including compressed air, refrigeration and boiler systems.
  • Maintain engineering records and support audits.
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety, food safety, HACCP and BRCGS standards.
  • Coordinate contractors and maintain site engineering standards.

What We’re Looking For

  • Time-served or degree-qualified Mechanical or Electrical Engineer, or equivalent.
  • Proven maintenance experience within food manufacturing.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
  • Experience with conveyors, pumps, motors, pneumatics and control systems.
  • Ability to work independently, use initiative and take ownership.
  • Good understanding of engineering, health & safety and food safety standards.

Desirable: Experience with refrigeration, boilers and compressed air systems.

To apply please forward your CV (in Word format) using the link provided.

  • Or Please click on the View Profile link at the top of this ad for contact details & if necessary leave a voice message and we can arrange a confidential chat at your convenience
  • TechMet are a dedicated Engineering and Technical Recruitment Consultancy. The consultant managing your application will be a MEng or MSc qualified Engineer with experience in industry

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Posted: November 12th, 2026