Maintenance Engineer

Yolk Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Yolk Recruitment is representing a leading organisation in Milton Keynes for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing production equipment and driving site efficiency on a 3on3off shift.

You'll diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, perform planned maintenance, and uphold health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment. A rewarding opportunity with competitive remuneration around £50,000.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role within a fast paced manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and repair skills.
• A proactive and problem-solving approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Recognised Electrical Engineering Qualifications (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure smooth production lines.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety standards and food industry regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, optimising processes and enhancing efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to ensure seamless operation.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Maintenance engineering

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

NVQ/HNC or equivalent

Job description

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

£50,000

3on3off

Yolk Recruitment is proud to represent a leading organisation in Milton Keynes, in their search for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer.

Operating as part of a wider group, the company is a key player in the area. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, the company continues to invest in its people, processes, and technology to maintain its position as an industry leader.

After significant investment in 2025 they are keen to employ several multiskilled Engineer to join their team.

Position Overview

As a Maintenance Engineer working a 3on3off shift you will be a crucial part of our client's operations. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of equipment, ensuring the smooth running of production processes, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the facility. If you're a skilled engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, this is your opportunity.

What you'll be doing.

• Conducting both planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure the smooth running of production lines
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ensuring all work complies with health and safety standards and food industry regulations
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, optimising processes and enhancing efficiency
• Working collaboratively with production and engineering teams to ensure seamless operation

The experience you'll bring to the team.

• Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role within a fast paced manufacturing or food production environment
• Strong electrical fault-finding and repair skills
• A proactive and problem-solving approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Recognised Electrical Engineering Qualifications (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced setting

And this is what you'll get in return.

• A salary of circa £50,000
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment.

Are you up to the challenge?

Are you what we're looking for?