Maintenance Engineer Electrical Bias - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Your new companyYou'll be joining a well-established food manufacturing business that supplies high-quality baked goods to a wide range of customers across the UK. Known for its commitment to innovation, safety, and continuous improvement, the company operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where reliability and efficiency are key to success.

Your new roleAs a Maintenance Engineer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of production equipment and facilities. You will work a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, 2 days and 2 nights. You'll be part of a skilled, cross-functional team responsible for planned maintenance, reactive repairs, and continuous improvement initiatives. Your work will directly impact the reliability and productivity of the bakery process systems, helping to minimise downtime and optimise performance.Key responsibilities include:

• Performing planned maintenance and reactive repairs on production machinery and site infrastructure
• Diagnosing faults quickly and implementing effective solutions
• Supporting shift engineers and collaborating across departments
• Maintaining high standards of Health & Safety, Food Safety, and Hygiene
• Participating in continuous improvement projects and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency
• Assisting with training and development of colleagues
• Contributing to installation and modification projects across the site

What you'll need to succeedTo thrive in this role, you'll need:Essential:

• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• A methodical and detail-focused approach to maintenance
• Electrical and mechanical engineering qualifications or experience
• Solid understanding of plant maintenance systems and HACCP principles
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions under pressure
• Literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable:

• IPAF certification
• 18th Edition electrical qualification
• PLC programming experience
• Previous experience in an FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) environment

What you'll get in returnIn return, you'll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team within a business that values its people and invests in their development. You'll benefit from:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Excellent Learning & Development opportunities
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• A dynamic working environment with a strong focus on safety and quality
• The chance to contribute to meaningful improvements in a key manufacturing site

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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