Maintenance Engineer

Morepeople 01780; Poole; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food manufacturing sector is seeking an Engineering Shift Technician for their Poole site. This role involves maintaining reliability and performance of production equipment with responsibilities in maintenance, fault diagnosis, and ensuring food safety. The ideal candidate will have a proactive mindset and a background in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee Volunteering Days

Retail discounts & well-being portal

Team events & charity initiatives

Continuous growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic).
• Commitment to continuous personal and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractor activities and maintain clean engineering workspaces.
• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Support production with timely technical resolutions and document all tasks.

Skills

Electrical fault diagnosis

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Shift Pattern: Panama (Days & Nights, 12-hour shifts) 2 weeks days, 2 weeks nights

Our client is a dynamic company comprised of approximately 3,500 (and counting) talented individuals dedicated to crafting delicious products for UK consumers, leading retailers, and our renowned, market-leading brands.

They are seeking an experienced and proactive Engineering Shift Technician to join their high-performing team in Poole. Reporting to the Engineering Team Leader, you'll play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of their production equipment and site services.

This role is vital to minimising downtime, ensuring food safety standards are upheld, and maintaining their reputation for operational excellence. If you're passionate about engineering in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Panama shift pattern (avg. 3-4 shifts/week)
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Retail discounts & well-being portal
• Employee support & community groups
• Team events & charity initiatives
• 24/7 access to Grocery Aid
• Inclusive, respectful workplace with opportunities to grow

Key Responsibilities

• Manage contractor activities in line with site procedures
• Ensure clean and audit-ready engineering workspaces
• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance to minimise downtime
• Use and update the CMMS system with accurate asset and work data
• Support production with timely technical resolutions
• Follow detailed mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic schematics
• Lead or assist on fault-finding and equipment improvement
• Ensure clear, concise communication at shift handovers
• Provide support to fellow engineers, even outside of core hours
• Document all tasks with appropriate work orders

Requirements

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (preferably food industry)
• Strong skills in electrical and mechanical fault diagnosis
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic)
• Skilled in using CMMS systems, and maintaining asset histories
• Clear communicator with excellent organisational and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated can-do attitude, job ownership, and proactive mindset
• Willingness to work days, nights, weekends, and as the sole engineer if required
• Commitment to continuous personal and process improvement
• Positive and adaptable approach to change and leadership

How To Apply

Apply here

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