Maintenance Engineer

Recruit4staff are proud to be representing their client a leading food manufacturer in their search for a Maintenance Engineer to work in their leading facility in Newport, Shropshire.

For the successful Maintenance Engineer our client is offering 

• Up to £45,000 per annum DOE
• 4 on 4 off shift system (2 days. 2 nights 12 hour shifts)
• Permanent position
• Future training program / progression 
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life assurance 
• Overtime paid after 48 hours at time and a quarter
• 3% Company pension
• Free Parking

The Role - Maintenance Engineer

• To observe, recognise and report on machinery or component defects or symptoms of impending failure and provide CMMS data.
• Carry out Planned and Preventative maintenance to agreed schedules.
• To diagnose faults and to test, repair and maintain Mechanical /Electrical equipment
• Carry out autonomous breakdown tasks and preventative maintenance tasks competently and correctly, recording work carried out in appropriate documentation / data base (CMMS).
• To interpret and implement technical service instruction data relating to machinery and equipment.
• Use and support simple 5WHY OE techniques / RCA techniques through to 100 year fix.
• Reduce production waste.
• Any other duties as per business needs 

• Previous experience in a similar role in a maintenance environment - ESSENTIAL
• Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship or ONC / HNC Or equivalent in either Mechanical or electrical disciplines or Degree trained- ESSENTIAL
• Experience using CMMS systems - ESSENTIAL 
• Previous experience within the food manufacturing or food packaging industry - ESSENTIAL
• Due to the location of the site you MUST have your own transport.
  
  

Key skills or Similar job titles 

Maintenance Technician, Shift Engineer, Multi-Skilled, Electrical, Mechanical, Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Multi-skilled engineer. 17th Edition, 18th Edition, PLC's

Commutable from 

Telford, Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton, Whitchurch, Cannock, Crewe, Stoke, Oswestry, Newport 

For further information about this and other positions please apply now 

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff Wrexham Limited who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.

• £54,000 per annum 
• 7:00 - 7:00, 4 on 4 off (days and nights) 
• Permanent position
• £5,000 signing-on bonus (Payable after passing probation) 
• Annual 5% bonus
• Benefits package including life assurance and health care cover
• Overtime available at x1.5 rate 

• To diagnose faults and to test, repair, and maintain Mechanical / Electrical equipment
• Maintaining and improving all plant, processes and assets to a safe, efficient and reliable standard
• Contact OEM's and other suppliers for technical support as and when required and expedite parts when not available on-site
• Diagnose and repair equipment faults in a timely fashion, ensuring the smooth running of the Engineering Request System
• Use and support departmental 5s programmes for workshops and stores
• Developing and recording all engineering activities carried out by use of the Electronic
• Ensure the completion of the PPM tasks and formulate improved maintenance practices
• All functions to be carried out in accordance with ISO 9001:2000 quality management standard

• Recognised Electrical/Mechanical apprenticeship - ESSENTIAL 
• Experience within the FMCG industry - ESSENTIAL 
• Must be Muli-Skilled - ESSENTIAL 
• Food/FMCG background - DESIRABLE
• OSHH/Nebosh - DESIRABLE 
• Apprentice trained with experience of working on fast-moving machinery, pumps, valves, and PLCs - ESSENTIAL 

• £55,000 per annum  
• Monday - Friday, Days role 
• Permanent Contract
• Generous benefits package 

• Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of the engineering team, ensuring that all projects are executed efficiently and meet the company’s high standards.
• This role involves both hands-on engineering work and leadership responsibilities.
• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance, technical support, and performance feedback.
• Work closely with other departments, including Operations, Production, and Quality Assurance, to ensure seamless project delivery.

• Must hold a recognised electrical or mechanical apprenticeship - ESSENTIAL 
• Experience of managing an on-site team within the FMCG environment - ESSENTIAL 
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Must be an effective communicator with strong people skills