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Focuses on reducing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting continuous improvement across factory operations.
Job Responsibility:
Conduct routine and planned inspections of plant, machinery, and facilities to identify maintenance requirements and potential issues, agreeing priorities and schedules with the Engineering Supervisor
Coordinate and distribute maintenance tasks to the engineering team as directed, tracking progress and ensuring completion is recorded and any issues are clearly communicated
Monitor engineering spare parts, tools, and equipment availability, proactively reporting requirements and shortages to the Engineering Supervisor
Provide hands-on engineering support, carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and responding to breakdowns when required
Support the development and implementation of an improved PPM system and engineering parts stock control, replacing the existing paper-based processes
Work closely with factory line setters, offering technical support and resolving production line and machinery issues efficiently
Assist in the supervision of third-party contractors during installations, repairs, and planned maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with site safety procedures and safe systems of work
Contribute to engineering projects, including new equipment installations and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency and reliability across production areas
Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and implement corrective actions to restore equipment performance
Support the provision of 24/7 engineering cover to ensure rapid response to breakdowns and minimise production disruption
Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with company procedures and current legislation, with a strong focus on health, safety, and quality standards
Assist with monitoring and controlling the maintenance budget, ensuring costs remain within agreed limits
Supervise, mentor, and train maintenance engineers and line setters, identifying development and training needs
Provide ongoing support and guidance to engineering apprentices
Requirements:
Recognised engineering qualifications with formal training in disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, and plumbing
Experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role, ideally within a food manufacturing or similar industrial environment
Strong technical understanding of automated production equipment, building services, and manufacturing processes
Good knowledge of health and safety legislation and safe working practices
Ability to plan and manage maintenance activities and small engineering projects
Strong attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
Experience using planned preventative maintenance (PPM) systems
Proven leadership and team management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capabilities
Awareness of maintenance budgeting and cost control
Competent IT skills
What we offer:
Overtime double time
25 days holiday + BH
100% company sick pay up to 12 weeks post probation