Maintenance Engineer

D R Newitt are working with a close client who due to growth are currently on the market for a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer to join the team on a permanent basis. The client are a highly respected and leading player within the Food Manufacturing indsutry and have been hugely succesful. On offer is a salary of £47,000-£48,000 DOE, plus benefits. This is a monday to friday, day shifts role. The position: * Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules, ensuring full * compliance with BRCGS Clause 4.7 (Maintenance) * Undertake reactive breakdown repairs promptly and safely to minimise downtime * Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve production equipment including blending, conveying, filling, and packaging machinery * Maintain and support site utilities and services, including refrigeration, HVAC systems, and critical utilities prevents contamination risks * Support installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment * Comply fully with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 * Support and comply with HACCP principles, ensuring engineering activities do not introduce food safety risks * Maintain equipment and work areas to high hygiene and housekeeping standards in line with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) * Ensure all tools, lubricants, and materials used are suitable for food manufacturing (e.g., food-grade where required) * Continuous improvement Candidate specification: * Completed multi-skilled engineering apprenticeship * Level 3 qualification in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering * Experience in FMCG or food manufacturing environment * Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills (electrical and mechanical) * Knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety standards, GMP, and HACCP principles * Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation * Competent IT skills, including CMMS systems * Excellent communication and teamwork skills If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, don't hesitate in applying