Job Description

Our client is a leading provider of sustainable seafood, committed to making a positive impact on both the planet and its people. With a strong focus on the future of the oceans, they champion responsible sourcing, offering high-quality fish products from both wild-caught and responsibly farmed sources.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

We are seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced production environment, working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (days and nights, 7–7). Reporting to the Engineering Team Leader and Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring maximum equipment reliability and performance within a chilled food manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown repairs
• Diagnose faults and conduct root cause analysis to minimise downtime
• Work across mechanical (70%) and electrical (30%) systems
• Maintain and repair machinery including Multi Vac, metal detectors, weighers, sealers and conveyors
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with food industry standards
• Proactively identify and implement engineering improvements

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Completed an Electrical or Mechanical apprenticeship
• Experience within food manufacturing (FMCG backgrounds also considered)
• Strong multi-skilled capability, with the ability to confidently handle electrical fault finding
• Experience working on packaging and processing machinery
• Logical thinking skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Desirable Skills:

• Strong experience working with Multivac machinery
• Experience within chilled production environments
• Knowledge of metal detection, weighing and sealing systems
• Continuous improvement mindset

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Salary (depending on Multivac experience)
• 20 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing by 1 day per year up to 25 days
• Pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Retail discounts and subscription offers
• Refer a friend scheme
• Social fund
• Unlimited refreshments

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with us or apply below.