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Maintenance Engineer

  • Location:

    Wisbech

  • Sector:

    Engineering

  • Salary:

    Up to £42000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Alesha Mato

  • Job ref:

    AM20218

  • Published:

    3 days ago

4 on 4 off (Days Only)

Company Overview

I am recruiting for a well-established and respected leader in the food production industry, supplying high-quality products to major retailers and partners across the UK. They are known for investing in people, innovation, and continuous improvement, this business operates in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment with a strong focus on product quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

Job Summary

They are seeking a proactive and skilled Maintenance Engineer to support site operations and ensure maximum equipment availability. Working on a 4 on 4 off days-only shift, you will play a key role in planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of production machinery and automated systems. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking engineering team within a stable and growing organisation.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary of £42,000 per annum
  • Days-only shift pattern promoting better work-life balance
  • Company pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Excellent working environment with long-term career prospects
  • Free on-site parking
  • Employee wellbeing support and benefits

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown repairs
  • Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults across production and packaging equipment
  • Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve reliability
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and contribute to asset care strategies
  • Liaise with production and operations teams to minimise disruption and maximise output
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety and food safety standards at all times
  • Participate in root cause analysis and long-term solutions for recurring issues
  • Contribute to engineering projects and equipment upgrades when required

Requirements

  • Time-served engineer with a recognised qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, etc.)
  • Strong multi-skilled background (electrical bias preferred, but not essential)
  • Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or food/FMCG environment
  • Good working knowledge of automated production lines, conveyors, packaging machinery, and associated systems
  • Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment (Siemens/Allen Bradley advantageous)
  • Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
  • Team player with strong communication skills and a continuous improvement mindset
  • Flexible and reliable, with a hands-on approach to engineering challenges

How to Apply

Apply here or contact alesha@morepeople.co.uk 01780480530

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