Maintenance Engineer

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Whitby
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Manufacturing
  • Industry

    Engineering
  • Pay

    Circa £48,000 basic + Overtime

Maintenance Engineer

Your new company

Join a well-established and growing food manufacturer with nearly 40 years of experience in producing high-quality products. Operating across two UK sites and employing over 350 people, the company is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. As a privately owned, family-run business, it fosters a dynamic and entrepreneurial culture, offering exciting opportunities for talented individuals to thrive.

Your new role

As a Shift Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be a key part of the engineering team, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of production equipment. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Whitby, working on a rotating shift pattern. You will work a 3-shift system (06:00–14:00, 14:00–22:00, and 22:00–06:00).
The role involves both electrical and mechanical maintenance, fault-finding, and installations. While the position is electrically biased, candidates with a mechanical background are also encouraged to apply, as a multi-skilled approach is highly valued.

What you'll need to succeed

Experience:
  • Minimum 12 months post-qualification engineering experience
  • Experience with electrical services and equipment up to 415V
  • Familiarity with 3-phase distribution systems
  • Maintenance experience in mechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems
  • Ability to manage a busy workload, balancing planned and reactive maintenance
  • Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is desirable.
Knowledge & Qualifications:
  • Apprentice-trained or equivalent qualifications
  • 18th Edition IEE certificate (training can be provided)
  • City & Guilds 2391/2392 (training can be provided)
  • Computer-literate
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development

What you'll get in return

  • Salary: £47,940 per annum
  • Overtime: Paid at x1.5 on Saturdays and x2 on Sundays
  • Shifts: 3 shift pattern
  • Supportive Team: Work within a friendly and collaborative engineering team
  • Development: Opportunities for training and professional growth
  • Stability: Be part of a respected and expanding business with a strong reputation in the industry

What you need to do now

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