Maintenance Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Martinstown; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading producer in the food industry is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain production efficiency. Responsibilities include executing engineering tasks, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting breakdowns. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background and experience in manufacturing. This role offers a salary of £52,000 plus benefits including a pension scheme and employee discounts.

Benefits

Pension - 5% Employer / 5% Employee contributions

Life Assurance - 2x annual salary (after 3 months)

Cycle to Work Scheme - Uncapped (after 12 months)

Employee Discounts - Wholesale/cost price on products

Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential support services

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced manufacturing/food environment.
• Flexible approach to shifts, weekend, and occasional overtime work.

Responsibilities

• Execute planned and reactive engineering tasks efficiently.
• Support production through preventative maintenance & continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and escalate where appropriate.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, Food Quality, and documentation.

Skills

Mechanical and/or electrical engineering background

Good communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Overview

Location: Dorchester

Shift: Rotating pattern (NO NIGHTS)

Salary: £52,000 + Benefits

Join a leading producer of high-quality, traditional food products, responsible for a significant share of the UK's output. We combine heritage production techniques with modern technology to deliver exceptional products that have been crafted by hand for generations.

We\'re seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to support and maintain our production facility. This hands-on role will be crucial to ensuring minimal downtime, driving continuous improvement, and keeping operations running smoothly. You will also have opportunities to work on minor in-house projects and provide assistance to the Site Project Team when required.

Responsibilities

• Execute planned and reactive engineering tasks efficiently
• Support production through preventative maintenance & continuous improvement
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and escalate where appropriate
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, Food Quality, and documentation
• Contribute to smooth shift handovers with accurate reporting

What We\'re Looking For

• Proven experience in a fast-paced manufacturing/food environment
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering background
• Good communication, problem-solving skills, and a proactive attitude
• Flexible approach to shifts, weekend, and occasional overtime work

We Offer

• Pension- 5% Employer / 5% Employee contributions
• Life Assurance - 2x annual salary (after 3 months)
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Uncapped (after 12 months)
• Employee Discounts - Wholesale/cost price on our products
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential support services

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details, contact Sam Turner.

As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.