Job Description

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

Closing date: 7th June
Interview process: Face to Face at our site in Burton Latimer.
Working pattern: 12 hour shift including days, nights and alternate weekends.

We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.

Be at the forefront of equipment reliability—driving reactive repairs, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement across 24/7 operations. Work across multiple facilities as part of a small, highly skilled team, delivering both independently and collaboratively to meet evolving demands.

The Recipe (About the Role)

• Deliver hands-on engineering support to production, responding quickly to breakdowns and resolving priority issues to minimise downtime.
• Provide planned maintenance activities to maximise asset reliability and availability.
• Work autonomously and as part of a team, making clear, timely decisions and effectively prioritising engineering support.
• Apply mechanical, electrical and PLC expertise to diagnose faults and carry out high-quality repairs to component level
• Operate in line with company standards, ensuring full compliance with health & safety, food safety and legal requirements.
• Escalate complex or unresolved issues to the appropriate teams and contribute to operational reviews.
• Use Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to accurately log, track and review maintenance activity.
• Identify and deliver continuous improvement opportunities, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Support team capability by coaching engineers, operators and apprentices, and enabling the transfer of basic engineering tasks to operators.

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

Key Know How:

• Demonstrable mechanical and electrical competence through training and experience.
• Engineering Qualification or apprenticeship (HNC or above preferred)
• IT skills to include use of Computer Maintenance Management Systems.
• Engineering experience in a food manufacturing environment. PLC experience preferred.

Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)

Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.

• Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service
• Annual Salary review
• Discounted Weetabix products

To support our employees, we also offer:

• Continued investment in your personal development
• Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
• The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
• Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
• Working Parents Support Group
• Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy

To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page: https://careers.weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/

Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.

We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support

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