Maintenance Engineer

Jonathan Lee Group; Hereford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Overtime

Job summary

Jonathan Lee Group is seeking a Maintenance Engineer for a large UK food manufacturer in Hereford. You will perform routine and reactive maintenance on process machinery in a fast-paced environment.

The role includes 12-hour rotating day and night shifts with a £40,000–£44,900 salary plus benefits and overtime. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, equipment optimisations, and upgrades to meet quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to maintain accuracy while working under pressure.
• Flexible and positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Optimise machinery output and ensure high product quality through efficient engineering practices.
• Work on mechanical and electrical projects, including installations and refurbishments.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Participate in calibrations and ensure maintenance activities meet audit requirements.
• Operate and maintain effluent and fire suppression systems to ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem-solving

Under pressure

Flexibility

Education

IEE 17th/18th Edition (desirable)

Job description

A large food manufacturer are seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their team. As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll be working within a fast paced environment conducting routine & reactive maintenance on process machinery.

Shift Pattern- rotating days & nights- 12 hour shifts.

Salary £40,000 to £44,900 plus Benefits & Overtime.

What You Will Do:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and respond effectively to breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Optimise machinery output and ensure high product quality through efficient engineering practices.
• Work on mechanical and electrical projects, including installations and refurbishments.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards while promoting good engineering practices.
• Participate in calibrations and ensure maintenance activities meet audit requirements.
• Operate and maintain effluent plant systems and fire suppression systems to ensure environmental and safety compliance.

What You Will Bring:

• An experience Engineer within mechanical or electircal engineering.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to challenges.
• The ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Flexibility and a positive attitude to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in food manufacturing or IEE 17th/18th Edition qualifications (desirable but not essential).

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting operations that supply high-quality products to some of the most popular supermarkets and restaurants in the UK. This company is committed to excellence, investing in state-of-the‑art technology and the development of its people. Your contribution will directly impact the efficiency and sustainability of their operations, making you an integral part of their success story.

Location:

The role is based at a well-established company in Hereford, Herefordshire, offering a dynamic and fast-paced working environment.