Maintenance Engineer

Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress.

We are seeking a fully skilled maintenance engineer to join our high-performance engineering team within a fast-paced food production facility. The successful candidate will provide technical support across all manufacturing and packaging lines, ensuring optimum equipment reliability and minimal downtime through effective maintenance, diagnostics, and continuous improvement activities

Responsibilities

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on production and packaging equipment; Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults in a timely and safe manner; Support line optimisation and process improvement initiatives to improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness); Work collaboratively with production and quality teams to ensure operational targets are met; Maintain accurate maintenance and downtime records through the CMMS system; Adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards always

Requirements

Time-served Engineer or equivalent qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ Level 3 in Engineering discipline – Mechanical, Electrical, or Multi-Skilled); Proven experience in a fast-moving, semi-automated manufacturing environment (preferably food, beverage, or FMCG); Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical fault finding, and PLC-controlled equipment; Ability to work effectively on a continental shift pattern (days/nights, including weekends); Excellent diagnostic, fault-finding, and communication skills; Knowledge of DAF plant operations; Gas safety certification; 17th/18th Edition Electrical qualification (if electrically biased); Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement principles