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Maintenance Engineer

  • Location:

    Bedford

  • Sector:

    Food Manufacturing

  • Salary:

    31 days holiday, Pension 5%, Training

  • Contact:

    Austin Baker

  • Job ref:

    AB18424

  • Published:

    7 months ago

Maintenance Engineer | Bedford | Monday to Friday | £Competitive + Overtime + Benefits


Join us as a Maintenance Engineer in Bedford and become part of a growing team within a massive business that spans over 13 sites across the UK and Ireland.

This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be a crucial part of expanding operations, with significant room for personal and professional growth. You'll contribute to a strong engineering culture and tackle exciting upcoming projects, including automation implementation.

This opens doors for further development and training for those eager to learn and advance their skills. Our team is a tight-knit group of professionals, with most members having been with the company for over five years. Join us and be part of a community that values excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

What's in it for You?

  • 31 Days Holiday
  • Pension Contribution: Enjoy a 5% company contribution to secure your future.
  • Death in Service Benefit
  • Development and Training: Opportunities for internal and external courses to help you grow.
  • On-Site Parking

What's the Role?

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will:
Work alongside the engineering team and provide significant support.
Work on a mix of mechanical and electrical projects, with a future focus on automation and electrical work.
Start with a Monday to Friday, 9 am - 6 pm shift before transitioning to rotating shifts: 6 am - 3 pm and 9 am - 6 pm.
Benefit from overtime opportunities for weekend work, which are not compulsory.
Follow PPM schedules and record work correctly
Aid in the installation of new machinery and equipment.

What are We Looking For?

  • City and Guilds in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering: Essential for this role.
  • Experience in Food and Fresh Produce: Preferred, as it aligns with our production environment.
  • 17th or 18th Edition Certification: A minimum requirement, to ensure up-to-date electrical knowledge.
  • Knowledge of Production Environments: Critical for understanding and navigating our operational processes.

What's Next?

If you're excited about this opportunity, please send your CV and cover letter to austin@morepeople.co.uk. I will promptly follow up with a call to discuss the position in more detail. We look forward to hearing from you!