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Our client is a specialist and one of the leading FMCG / Manufacturers in the country.
Their dedication to customer satisfaction and product innovation makes them a trusted name in the confectionery industry.
Job Role & Key Responsibilities:
Diagnose and repair faults across a wide range of equipment, including conveyors, packaging systems, and automated machinery
Carry out electrical fault-finding using wiring diagrams, schematics, and diagnostic tools
Work on a mix of new and older plant machinery - Factory 1 being over 30 years old alongside recently installed equipment
Ensure equipment is operating efficiently and safely with minimal downtime
Liaise with Engineering Team Leaders and Coordinators to manage workload and priorities
Keep accurate maintenance records in line with company and regulatory standards
Support a team culture that values continuous improvement and safety
The ideal candidate will have:
Multi-skilled engineer with proven experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG preferred, food desirable)
Strong electrical skill set including:
Fault finding using schematics
Working with inverters, sensors, relays, contactors
Experience with single and three-phase systems
Mechanical knowledge and hands-on ability to support breakdowns and improvements
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering (Apprenticeship route preferred)
Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and manage reactive scenarios
Excellent communication and team collaboration
Desirable Skills:
Previous exposure to automated production lines and legacy systems
Working knowledge of packaging equipment
Basic PLC fault finding or awareness (training can be offered)
Benefits include:
28 days holiday per year (inclusive of 8 Bank Holidays)
Additional days off in lieu for working Bank Holidays or Sundays
5 days company sick pay (after 2 years' service)
Auto-enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme
Ongoing support and development opportunities
If you feel that you are a great fit for this role, apply below. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Southall, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £45000.00 - £47000.00 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-07 09:05:25
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Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Food Manufacturing - £63,000 + 15% Pension
£63,000 | 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights) | 15% Pension |
Salary: £63,000 (including shift allowance)
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Days & Nights
Benefits: , 15% Pension Contribution , Life Assurance , Ongoing Training & Development , Career Progression Opportunities , Employee Benefits Package , Free On-Site Parking , Long-Term Job Security
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a market-leading food manufacturing business operating a highly automated production facility in East London.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-invested manufacturing site producing household-name products, with continued investment in automation, engineering excellence and operational performance.
Working within a skilled engineering team, you'll play a key role in maintaining and improving production equipment, ensuring maximum reliability and minimal downtime across a fast-paced FMCG environment.
The Role
As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining a variety of high-speed automated manufacturing and packaging equipment, ensuring the site continues to operate safely and efficiently.
Key responsibilities include: , Carrying out planned preventative and reactive electrical maintenance , Diagnosing and repairing faults on PLC-controlled production equipment , Working on motors, drives, inverters, sensors, contactors and control systems , Maintaining high-speed production, processing and packaging machinery , Supporting mechanical maintenance activities where required , Responding quickly to breakdowns and minimising production downtime , Conducting root cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions , Supporting continuous improvement, reliability and efficiency projects , Working towards site KPIs including OEE, reliability and performance targets , Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with health and safety standards
What We're Looking For , Apprentice trained, NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent engineering qualification , Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills , Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment and automated machinery , Knowledge of drives, motors, sensors, relays, contactors and industrial controls , Previous experience within food manufacturing, FMCG, packaging, pharmaceutical or other high-speed manufacturing environments , A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement , Ability to work effectively within a rotating days and nights shift pattern
Why Apply? , £63,000 salary package , Industry-leading 15% pension contribution , 4 on 4 off days and nights shift pattern , Highly automated manufacturing environment , Ongoing investment in plant, equipment and technology , Secure, stable and growing manufacturing business , Genuine training, development and progression opportunities , Supportive engineering culture with a focus on continuous improvement
Apply Now
If you're an Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking to join a well-invested manufacturing business offering excellent earning potential, outstanding benefits and long-term career progression, please apply ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Waltham Forest, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £62000 - £63000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-07 09:02:30
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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer | £54,000 | Panama Shift Pattern (Days & Nights) | Great Pension | Training & Development
Location: Berkshire
A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join its highly automated production facility.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking to work within a modern manufacturing environment with long-term career prospects.
As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for planned preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance, fault finding and continuous improvement activities across a range of production machinery and automated equipment.
The Role
Carry out mechanical maintenance, fault finding and breakdown repairs.
Complete PPMs on conveyors, mixers, kilns, hydraulics, pneumatics and automated machinery.
Undertake welding, fabrication and mechanical fitting work.
Support reliability, continuous improvement and plant performance projects.
Ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and in line with site procedures.
Requirements
NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Previous experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Fitter or Mechanical Technician.
Strong mechanical fault-finding and maintenance experience.
Manufacturing, FMCG, industrial or heavy engineering background.
Able to work Panama shifts.
Benefits
£54,000 salary
Generous pension
Ongoing training and development
Modern automated manufacturing site
Strong engineering team and career progression opportunities
If you are a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking for a new challenge within a well-established manufacturer, apply today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Thatcham, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £52000 - £54000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-07 08:45:57
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Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer - Elec bias
EssexFood Manufacturing | FMCG Days Only (on call one week every six)
Salary: £53,000
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established food manufacturing site operating within a continuous-process FMCG environment.
This role is open to electrically biased engineers, offering a stable days-based position with a clear pathway to increased earnings through a structured on-call rota.
The business has a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and long-term investment, supplying some of the UK's most recognisable food brands.
The Role
As a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, you'll maintain and improve electrical and mechanical systems across production and site services.
You'll play a key role in reducing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance across production equipment
Electrical work including 3-phase motors, MCCs, inverters, control panels, sensors, and safety circuits
First-line PLC fault-finding and diagnostics (training available)
Maintenance of processing and packaging lines in a continuous-process environment
Logging work accurately via a CMMS system
Supporting Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement projects
Participation in a 1-in-6 on-call rota (post-training / site familiarisation)
Ensuring all work meets health & safety and food safety standards
The Ideal Candidate
Recognised electrical apprenticeship
Formal engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
Experience in a maintenance role within FMCG, food, or continuous-process manufacturing
Strong fault-finding skills in your core discipline
Good working knowledge of health & safety in manufacturing
Comfortable using CMMS systems
Desirable (Not Essential)
Experience with PLC-controlled machinery
Exposure to Siemens or Allen Bradley PLCs
HACCP / food safety awareness
Background in continuous or high-volume manufacturing
What's on Offer
£46,700 basic salary
Earnings rising to £53,000 once on the 1-in-6 on-call rota
Days-only shift pattern
Secure, long-term role within a well-established FMCG business
Strong commitment to training, development, and progression
Supportive engineering team and safety-first culture
Interested?
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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Type: Permanent Location: Tilbury, England
Salary / Rate: £45000.00 - £53000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-06 17:33:12
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Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Location: Boston, Lincolnshire Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights)
Are you an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a role in 2026 where your expertise makes a real impact? Join a leading FMCG manufacturer in Boston that has recently invested multi-millions into its site and machinery, and become part of a team that values innovation, reliability, and continuous improvement.
What you'll do:
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on food processing and packaging equipment
Electrical maintenance on PLC, CMMS, inverters, control panels, and electrical supplies
Support and deliver new installations and continuous improvement projects
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and technical standards
What you'll bring:
Passion to progress and bring fresh ideas to a growing environment
Level 3 Engineering qualification or time-served apprenticeship
Strong electrical fault-finding skills with mechanical knowledge
Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments
What's in it for you:
4 on 4 off shift pattern + holidays offering a great work-life balance
Company bonuses
Ongoing investment in site upgrades and machinery
Career development opportunities and structured training
This is your chance to join a reputable and established FMCG company so apply today! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Boston, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: ongoing
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £54000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-03 13:49:43
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Maintenance Manager
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead the engineering function within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and reliable operation of site assets, utilities and maintenance activities.
You will drive engineering performance, develop team capability, and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, product quality and business performance.
Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Compliance
Lead by example, promoting a strong health, safety and environmental culture.
Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering and statutory requirements, including PUWER, LOLER and electrical safety regulations.
Lead incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing preventative actions.
Engineering & Maintenance
Manage planned, preventative and reactive maintenance activities.
Drive improvements in equipment reliability, asset performance and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Ensure utilities and industrial services are reliable, efficient and compliant with operational requirements.
Support the effective operation of electrical, automation and manufacturing systems.
Leadership & Development
Lead, coach and develop the engineering team.
Identify skills gaps and implement training and development plans.
Build a high-performing team through effective performance management and succession planning.
Continuous Improvement
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing operations.
Control maintenance expenditure and deliver cost-effective solutions.
Support engineering projects and site improvement activities.
Collaborate with Production, Quality, SHE and other departments to achieve site objectives.
About You
You are a proactive engineering leader with strong technical expertise and a passion for driving operational excellence.
You enjoy developing people, solving complex problems and delivering results in a manufacturing environment.
Essential Experience & Skills
Minimum 5 years' experience in an engineering or maintenance leadership role.
Engineering qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Process Engineering or a related discipline.
Experience managing engineering teams, contractors and third-party suppliers.
Strong knowledge of:
Planned and preventative maintenance
Asset reliability and performance improvement
Maintenance budgeting and cost control
KPI management
Engineering compliance and safe systems of work
Understanding of electrical systems, automation and manufacturing execution systems.
Ability to lead, motivate and develop teams.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable
Experience within food manufacturing, FMCG or a similar production environment.
Knowledge of hygienic engineering and food safety requirements.
Experience with continuous improvement, process optimisation and operational excellence programmes.
Exposure to engineering projects, plant upgrades and CAPEX delivery.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee discount
Health and wellbeing programme
Free on-site parking
Performance-related bonus scheme
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Apply Today
If you're an engineering professional looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact, lead a skilled team and contribute to a growing manufacturing operation, we'd love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Boston, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: ongoing
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £65000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-02 09:06:54
