Maintenance engineer

First Recruitment Services; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their dynamic team in Brighton. This role offers a temp-to-perm opportunity within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will utilize your mechanical and electrical expertise to maintain and repair factory equipment, ensuring optimal efficiency and adherence to food safety standards. The position promises diverse experiences across various workplaces, with flexible hours and numerous benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for proactive problem solvers who thrive in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

24/7 NHS-approved GP support

Access to employee discount platform

Specialist medical assistance hotline

Weekly pay

Gym discounts

Mental health crisis support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in maintenance engineering.
• Strong mechanical and electrical expertise in food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair factory equipment, focusing on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults to minimize downtime and perform preventative maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Troubleshooting pneumatic systems

Experience with food production machinery

Basic welding and fabrication

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Location:

Brighton

Salary:

£23.60 per hour

Working Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer for a leading food manufacturer in Brighton. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical expertise and is interested in a temp-to-perm opportunity in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintain and repair factory equipment (60% mechanical, 40% electrical).
2. Diagnose and resolve faults to minimize downtime.
3. Perform preventative maintenance to optimize efficiency.
4. Support food safety and product quality standards.
5. Collaborate with the Senior Engineer to improve processes.

Skills & Experience

1. Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
2. Experience with food production machinery, including conveyors, mixers, fillers, and checkweighers.
3. Basic welding and fabrication skills are advantageous.
4. Minimum of 10 years’ experience, preferably in food manufacturing or pharmaceuticals.

Candidate Qualities

1. Safety-conscious and quality-driven.
2. Proactive problem solver with strong technical skills.
3. Effective communicator and team player.
4. Adaptable to a dynamic production environment.

Additional Information

Working with First Recruitment offers the opportunity to experience various workplaces across different industries with flexible hours. Benefits include:

• 24/7 NHS-approved GP telephone support and prescription services.
• Access to the UK’s largest employee discount platform.
• Specialist medical assistance hotline.
• Weekly pay.
• Gym discounts.
• 24/7 mental health crisis support and counseling.

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services acts as an employment business for this role.