Maintenance Engineer - Equation Recruitment : Job Details

Maintenance Engineer

Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer looking to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive in a fast-paced food production environment where no two days are the same? If so, we want to hear from you!

Equation Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of an employer based in Bicester for a dedicated and experienced Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and respected food manufacturing operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineering professional with mechanical and electrical expertise to join a company that values quality, innovation, and team collaboration.

In this role, you will:

• * Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) checks and complete associated documentation.
• * Carry out mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance on site equipment and facilities.
• * Minimise downtime by prioritising repairs and troubleshooting effectively.
• * Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and food safety standards.
• * Support induction and training of new staff on equipment use and safety procedures.
• * Liaise with equipment suppliers and participate in commissioning new machinery.

The ideal candidate will have:

• * A recognised NVQ Level 3 qualification in engineering.
• * Proven experience in both mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• * Excellent understanding of Health & Safety practices.
• * A proactive, logical approach to problem solving and teamwork.
• * Flexibility to work out of hours and weekends when needed.

It would be a bonus if you also have:

• * Experience working within the food manufacturing sector.
• * 18th Edition Electrical certification.
• * Familiarity with PLCs, inverters, and control systems.

In return, you'll receive a competitive salary circa £42,000 per annum, a friendly and supportive team environment, and the opportunity to work with some of the UK's most respected food producers.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? Apply today!

We try our best to inform everyone on the status of their application. However, should you not hear back from us within 5 working days, you have unfortunately not been successful in your application for this position.

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