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Maintenance Engineer (Food)
Job Posted: 4 minutes ago
Salary: £ 42,000 - 47,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Our client is a well-established UK food manufacturer operating one of the most advanced production facilities in the industry. They are now looking to recruit talented and experienced Single Skilled and Multi-Skilled Engineers to join their day-shift engineering team at their Wisbech site.
This role plays a vital part in maintaining and improving site performance, ensuring operational efficiency, and supporting a culture of continuous improvement. You will be responsible for maintaining site assets across mechanical, electrical, and process systems while ensuring compliance with all statutory, health & safety, and food quality standards.
Benefits Package Includes:
Flexible Holiday Scheme - option to buy up to 5 additional days
14.5% Pension (9.5% employer contribution - opt-in)
47k salary to start for multi skilled - 42k for single skilled
Critical Illness Cover - up to £50,000
Enhanced Family & Carers Leave Policies
Monday-Friday Day Shift, 08:45-17:00 or 7.45am - 4pm
Long Service Awards
Learning & Development Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (emotional, legal & financial support)
Eye Care Vouchers
Key Responsibilities
Safety, Quality & Compliance
Adhere strictly to all Health & Safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout and Permit to Work systems.
Ensure all work meets statutory, quality, and food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, etc.).
Conduct and act on risk assessments to promote a safe working environment.
Support a culture of proactive safety awareness and continuous improvement.Engineering & Operations
Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM), breakdown repairs, and capital project work.
Maintain accurate records of work completed, ensuring root cause fixes are implemented.
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project teams to meet operational goals.
Assist in training and development of team members, supporting a high-performance culture.Continuous Improvement
Identify and implement improvements to enhance reliability, efficiency, and product quality.
Participate in CI initiatives including 5S, GMP, and waste reduction activities.
Contribute to site projects aimed at improving asset performance and reducing downtime.Communication & Collaboration
Provide clear and accurate handovers between shifts.
Liaise effectively with internal teams and external contractors to ensure work is completed efficiently.
Work closely with the Engineering Stores team to ensure parts and materials are available.
What We're Looking For
Time-served apprenticeship in Engineering (Multi-Skilled preferred) with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
Proven experience in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills, including PLC fault-finding.
Experience using CMMS systems (preferably SAP).
Sound understanding of H&S and compliance requirements.
Ability to read technical manuals and engineering drawings.
A proactive, self-motivated individual with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Behavioural Competencies
Strong communicator with clear and concise interpersonal skills.
Analytical and solution-focused with a hands-on approach.
Flexible, reliable, and committed to continuous improvement.
Team player with a positive attitude and a collaborative mindset.
How to Apply
If you're an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer seeking a rewarding day-shift position with excellent development opportunities, please apply with an updated CV outlining your relevant experience. Successful candidates will be contacted within 2 working days.
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