Maintenance Engineer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Upton; On-site; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Poole, Dorset is seeking a multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team. The role involves carrying out planned preventative maintenance and responding to breakdowns in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills, relevant engineering qualifications, and the ability to work as part of a proactive team. Competitive salary of circa £51,000 per annum offered, along with a supportive work environment and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Access to online and high-street discount schemes

Employee benefits

Opportunities for development and progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a maintenance engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with automated machinery.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance.
• Respond to breakdowns and perform fault-finding.
• Support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley)

Job description

Role: Maintenance Engineer (mechanical or Electrical)
Shift: Continental (Days & Nights)
Pay: £51,000 per annum
Location: Poole, Dorset

Are you a multiskilled maintenance engineer looking for your next challenge?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and have a passion for keeping production running smoothly?

We're working with a leading food manufacturer recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join their engineering team, working on a continental shift pattern and playing a vital role in maintaining site performance.

What you'll be doing:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime and keep production on track.

• Responding to breakdowns, fault-finding, and repairing across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

• Using the site's CMMS (computerised maintenance management system) to record work, manage assets, and plan routines.

• Supporting continuous improvement projects and contributing ideas to enhance reliability and efficiency.

• Working closely with the wider team to promote a positive, proactive engineering culture.

What you'll need:

• Proven experience as a maintenance engineer within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong electrical and/or mechanical fault-finding skills.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.

• Familiarity with PLC-controlled and automated machinery (Siemens, Allen Bradley, or similar).

• Relevant engineering qualifications (apprentice trained, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).

• A team player with excellent problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach.

What you'll get in return:

• Salary circa £51,000 per annum.

• Access to online and high-street discount schemes plus a range of employee benefits.

• A supportive team environment with opportunities for development and progression.

Are you up to the challenge?
If you're a proactive multiskilled maintenance engineer looking for a secure role within a forward-thinking manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to arrange a confidential call and discuss the full details.