Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Job: Maintenance Engineer

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Location: Malton

Hours: 5am-5pm, 4 on 4 off

Salary: £48-51k DOE

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to support the safe and efficient operation of our food manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving production and packaging equipment to minimize downtime and ensure compliance with food safety and health & safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production and packaging machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Support installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and update CMMS systems as required.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, BRC, GMP).
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations and promote a safe working environment.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Assist with spare parts management and inventory control.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Multi-Skilled Engineering.
• Proven experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong knowledge of production line machinery, conveyors, motors, pumps, and packaging equipment.
• Experience with PLC fault finding (desirable).
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Flexible approach to shift work if required.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively
• Proactive and continuous improvement mindset