Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Hastings; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service sector seeks a Maintenance Engineer to ensure effective maintenance of factory equipment. The role involves general and planned maintenance, compliance with safety regulations, and contributing to energy cost reduction policies. The ideal candidate will have a recognized engineering qualification and strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Free hot drinks

Free onsite parking

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme (3% employee, 5% employer)

UK healthcare scheme, including gym and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Ability to plan and organize resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance of plant and equipment as required.
• Perform planned maintenance as directed by the Engineering Manager.
• Efficiently address reactive maintenance to minimize production disruption.

Skills

Electrical Controls

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Welding

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Recognized Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering Qualification

Job description

Job Description

AAK is proud to be the world's leading producer of specialty vegetable fats. Through our unique co-development approach, we develop and provide value-adding vegetable oil solutions in close collaboration with our customers, enabling them to achieve long-lasting business results. We solve customer-specific needs across many industries including Bakery, Chocolate & Confectionery, Dairy, Foodservice, Infant Nutrition, and Personal Care. Our pioneering spirit and passion for innovation keep us at the cutting edge of our industry and set us apart. This enables our employees to work in a safe and supportive environment where they can make a genuine impact.

AAK employs more than 3,500 employees globally, with 20 production facilities, customization plants, and sales offices in over 25 countries spanning six continents, making it one of the most diverse global footprints in the industry. AAK BD Foods joined AAK International in 2019 as part of the Global Foodservice Group.

Now, AAK BD Foods, the site is a producer of tailor-made restaurant-quality meal accompaniments with a portfolio of over 3,000 products. With the ethos 'Chefs not machines,' quality and innovation are at the heart of what they do. Based in St Leonards on Sea, the company produces solution-based chilled, ambient, and frozen products in various pack formats for the food service sector.

Position Overview

AAK BD Foods is looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer to support the Senior Engineer in ensuring effective maintenance of the factory's fabrication, plant, and equipment, with the goal of ensuring its efficient and safe operation and compliance with relevant legal requirements.

Responsibilities

1. Carry out general maintenance of plant, equipment, and building fabrication as required.
2. Perform planned maintenance as directed by the Engineering Manager.
3. Efficiently address reactive maintenance of machinery and equipment to minimize production disruption.
4. Liaise with the Engineering Manager and Health and Safety Coordinator regarding equipment safety and chemical use within the workplace.
5. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities in accordance with company policies and procedures.
6. Contribute to the development of policies and procedures aimed at reducing energy costs across the site.
7. Comply with current health, safety, food safety, and hygiene legislation.
8. Perform any additional duties as reasonably required by management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Recognized electrical and/or mechanical engineering qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Skills in electrical controls, pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, and turning (advantageous).
• Ability to plan and organize resources effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use initiative.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Free hot drinks
• Free onsite parking
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme (3% employee, 5% employer)
• UK healthcare scheme, including gym and lifestyle discounts

Additional Information

Location: St Leonards, Hastings

Contract: Full-time

Hours: 40 hours/week, 08:30-16:30 for the first month, then changing to 14:00-22:30

Salary: Starting from £33,084.13

Experience preferred in roles such as Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, among others.