Junior Maintenance Engineer

Overview

In this role you will support the on-site maintenance of equipment, balancing planned and reactive work to keep systems running. You will work closely with contractors, maintain accurate defect records in the CMMS, and uphold site health and safety rules. You’ll tackle both electrical and mechanical tasks and contribute to continuous improvements. This is an opportunity to develop hands-on skills in a fast-paced production environment while supporting cross-functional teams.

Pay / Benefits

• 70% off HelloFresh or Green Chef boxes
• pension scheme
• gym membership
• Bupa private medical insurance
• mental health support and employee assistance programme
• nursery support scheme

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on plant and equipment including conveyors, thermoforming gear, refrigeration (CO2) and other site systems
• Identify defects during PPM, implement rectifications, and document actions in the maintenance manual and CMMS
• Conduct minor structural and electrical improvement works
• Provide reactive support for breakdowns and ensure timely completion of tasks
• Supervise contractors to ensure work meets specifications and report issues to maintenance manager
• Comply with Health and Safety requirements and maintain safe working practices
• Coordinate with maintenance shift manager to manage task load and monitor plant efficiency
• Support operational projects on an ad-hoc basis
• Flag low stock levels to maintain min-max inventory in CMMS

Key requirements

• Proactive and detail-oriented; able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills; able to work independently and in a team
• Commitment to health and safety
• Previous maintenance or engineering experience preferred
• Knowledge of automated systems and PLC controls
• Experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance
• Basic computer skills with CMMS or similar systems
• Flexibility to work shifts and weekends

• proactive
• detail-oriented
• strong communication
• automated systems
• PLC controls
• electrical maintenance

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