Function: Maintenance & Facilities
Contact: James Randall
Email: james.randall@jonlee.co.uk
Job details
A developing food manufacturer are seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their nights team. Step into a rewarding opportunity with the Maintenance Engineer role and enjoy a clear pathway to long-term progression. Working on a variety of equipment this roles gives you a opportunity to learn new skills and develop personally.
Shift Pattern 4 on 4 off Nights
Salary £43,000 to £49,000 plus Benefits ( Dependent on experience & qualifications)
What You Will Do:
- Perform planned preventative maintenance across the site to minimise downtime and keep operations running smoothly.
- Respond to breakdowns quickly and effectively, reducing the impact on production.
- Identify improvement opportunities for machine performance and recommend practical solutions.
- Complete engineering paperwork accurately to support compliance and audit readiness.
- Coordinate and supervise external contractors onsite, ensuring policies and procedures are followed.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area and keep detailed records of engineering tasks.
What You Will Bring:
- Mechanical and electrical engineering experience, with a qualification desirable (training and funded qualifications available for the right candidate).
- Confidence working on own initiative as well as collaboratively with a wider team of site Technicians and Line Leaders.
- Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify root causes and take ownership of resolutions.
- Good organisational skills to manage tasks, paperwork, parts restocking, and shift handovers effectively.
- Clear communication skills to work with engineering leadership, suppliers, and stakeholders across the business.
This Maintenance Engineer role supports this company's focus on reliable, high-standard production in the food manufacturing environment. By delivering responsive maintenance, improving machine uptime, and maintaining accurate records, you help reinforce a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Location:
This Maintenance Engineer role is based at the company's site in the UK, operating on a shift pattern of 4 on 4 off nights from 18:00 to 06:00.
Interested?:
If you're ready to take the next step in a Maintenance Engineer job where training, development, and meaningful ownership matter, apply today. Your application could be the start of an exciting engineering career.

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