Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

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Job type
Permanent
Location
Manchester
Working Pattern
Full-time
Specialism
Manufacturing
Industry
Engineering
Pay
Circa £55,500

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Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Your new company

You’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 role

As 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 succeed

To 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 return

In 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 now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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