FMCG Maintenance Engineer - PLC & Automation Specialist

Coca-Cola HBC; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coca‑Cola HBC Lisburn is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to diagnose and repair PLC-controlled production lines in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing setting. You will perform corrective and preventative maintenance, read electrical and mechanical drawings, and ensure safety standards are met.

The role requires 3+ years in FMCG, an apprenticeship or higher qualification in Electrical/Automation/Mecatronics, and the ability to work rotating days/nights.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Time-served apprenticeship or higher qualification in Electrical/Automation / Mecatronics Engineering.
• 3+ years experience in FMCG or beverage/food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret Electrical / Mechanical drawings, installation of new equipment and deep understanding of control systems.
• Demonstrates the highest standards of practice in health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve equipment breakdowns, carrying out corrective and preventative maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Undertake repairs and maintenance on PLC controlled production machinery, packaging equipment, and associated systems.
• Carry out equipment inspections, identify potential issues, and define appropriate work scopes and standards.
• Accurately record, report, and update all maintenance activities using the Mobile Maintenance Management System.
• Maintain plant maintenance records, update job plans, and technical documentation to support efficient maintenance and reduce delays.
• Provide technical expertise to improve reliability, performance, and efficiency of plant machinery and automation systems.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, health & safety standards, and statutory requirements.
• Work collaboratively with production, quality, and engineering teams to support smooth operations in a high-speed beverage manufacturing environment.

Skills

PLC systems

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

CMMS

Health & safety

Team collaboration

Root cause analysis

Education

GCSEs English & Maths

Electrical/Automation/Mecatronics apprenticeship or higher qualification

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Mobile Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

Coca‑Cola HBC Lisburn is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to diagnose and repair PLC-controlled production lines in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing setting. You will perform corrective and preventative maintenance, read electrical and mechanical drawings, and ensure safety standards are met.

The role requires 3+ years in FMCG, an apprenticeship or higher qualification in Electrical/Automation/Mecatronics, and the ability to work rotating days/nights.