- Posted 10 September 2025
- Salary £36000 - £42000 per annum
- LocationBedford
- DisciplineEngineering
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Reference
BG20437
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Maintenance Engineer
Job description
I'm currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading food manufacturer with sites across the UK and Ireland, employing over 5,000 people, and supplying high-quality beef, lamb, and pork to retailers and foodservice providers worldwide. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and growth, it offers exciting opportunities to be part of a business that's driving excellence in the global food industry.
You'll be working Monday to Friday during the day, with lots of overtime available!
What you'll do:
- Tackle equipment breakdowns head-on and keep downtime to a minimum
- Carry out preventative maintenance that ensures smooth operations
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical challenges with confidence
- Support continuous improvement and efficiency in a fast-paced production environment
What we're looking for:
- A BTEC/C&G in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification
- 18th Edition training (advantageous)
- Post-apprenticeship experience in food manufacturing or previous work in a food production environment (desirable)
- Proven work experience in a similar maintenance role (essential)
- Competence working with electricity and carrying out electrical work safely
- Strong experience in problem-solving and troubleshooting electrical issues through to resolution
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively to meet deadlines
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
- A keen eye for detail, commitment, and the ability to take responsibility in a safety-first environment
Why join us?
- Be part of a forward-thinking food manufacturing company where your expertise makes a real impact
- Ongoing training & career development opportunities
- Competitive pay, great benefits, and job security
- A workplace that values teamwork, safety, and innovation
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and become the go-to expert who keeps our production lines running at their best, we want to hear from you!
