Food Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer – 2/2 Shifts, Benefits

Hunter Selection; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match

Bonus scheme

Cycle to work

Discount scheme

Training

23 days holiday

Private Health Insurance

Job summary

Hunter Selection is seeking a Maintenance Engineer in Gloucester (GL4) to maintain and improve food production equipment. You will perform root cause analysis, preventive maintenance, and install new machinery while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role offers progression within a dynamic food-manufacturing environment. The position features a 12-hour shift pattern (2 days / 2 nights) and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained; NVQ Level 3/ONC/HNC in engineering (Electrical or Mechanical).
• Experience of root cause analysis and fault-finding on food production equipment.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Good knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain food production equipment and machinery to industry standards.
• Carry out root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues in production and processing.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on food manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime.
• Install and commission new food manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Adhere to safety measures in all tasks performed.
• Provide support to production and maintenance teams to ensure efficient operations of plant equipment.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Fault-finding

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3/ONC/HNC in engineering

Job description

Hunter Selection is seeking a Maintenance Engineer in Gloucester (GL4) to maintain and improve food production equipment. You will perform root cause analysis, preventive maintenance, and install new machinery while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role offers progression within a dynamic food-manufacturing environment. The position features a 12-hour shift pattern (2 days / 2 nights) and a competitive salary.