Maintenance Engineer

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Highweek; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Highweek is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their passionate team. This role involves preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and contributing to continuous improvement in a high-volume manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a background in food, FMCG, or manufacturing, with strong fault finding skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including a non-contributory pension plan and paid overtime.

Benefits

7% non-contributory pension plan

Generous sick pay scheme

Paid overtime at time and a half

Personal development and career pathway programs

Qualifications

• Experience in Food, FMCG, Pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong fault finding and root cause analysis skills.
• Multi-disciplined capability with a focus on preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on machinery.
• Minimize downtime and troubleshoot faults.
• Support project work on new plant and equipment.

Skills

Fault finding and root cause analysis

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Preventative maintenance

Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLC

Job description

Maintenance Engineer (Newton Abbot)

Location: Newton Abbott, UK

Salary: £49,300 - £56,500 (For Multiskilled Engineers)

Shift Pattern: Four on four off (Days and Nights)

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a passionate team at one of the UK's leading food manufacturers. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing company known for producing high‑quality yogurts, desserts, and ice cream. You will be integral to ensuring the smooth running of machinery, keeping operations efficient, and minimizing downtime.

As a member of the team, you'll be involved in preventative maintenance, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement in a fast‑paced, large‑scale manufacturing environment. You'll have the chance to influence how the business operates as you contribute to ongoing development and improvements within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on machinery across the site
• Minimize downtime and troubleshoot faults in a high‑volume manufacturing environment
• Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support project work, including the introduction of new plant and equipment
• Collaborate with the team to improve operational efficiencies and ensure business success

Requirements

• Experience in Food, FMCG, Pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environments
• Electrical and mechanical maintenance experience
• Strong fault finding and root cause analysis skills
• Multi‑disciplined capability with a focus on preventative maintenance
• Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLC systems is beneficial
• Qualifications are desirable, but time‑served engineers will also be considered

Why Join Us?

• Work for an independent, British company that prides itself on delivering the highest quality products
• Join a business that produces 25% of the UK's packaged yogurt
• Be part of a team on a journey to becoming a world‑class Engineering team
• Opportunity to influence and grow with the business, while advancing your career

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £49,300 - £56,500 (For Multiskilled Engineers)
• Shift Pattern: Four on four off (Days and Nights)
• Pension: 7% non‑contributory pension plan
• Sick Pay: Generous sick pay scheme
• Overtime: Paid at time and a half
• Career Growth: Personal development and career pathway programs

How to Apply

If you're a skilled Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer ready for an exciting new opportunity in a growing, supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join us in our journey to make the best products while developing your career