Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical Bias) Ballymena - £20/hr - £22.77/hr

Shifts Monday Friday

Week 1 - 4am-12.30pm

Week 2 - 12pm-8.30pm

Industry: Food Manufacturing

The Role:

We are currently recruiting for a skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong mechanical background to join a busy and fast-paced food manufacturing environment in Ballymena. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking for a stable Monday to Friday role within a well-established company.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across production machinery and equipment
• Respond quickly to mechanical breakdowns to minimise downtime
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs on production and packaging equipment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and in line with food hygiene standards
• Work closely with production teams to maximise efficiency and output
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Assist with installations and project work when required

Requirements

• Time-served engineer or equivalent, with a mechanical bias
• Previous maintenance experience within manufacturing
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, pneumatics, and production equipment
• Basic electrical knowledge would be advantageous
• Good understanding of health & safety procedures

Whats on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £20.00 £22.77 per hour
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Stable long-term opportunity
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunity to join a growing food manufacturing business

Skills:
Multi-Skilled Engineering Planned Preventative Pneumatic System PPM

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