Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Swansea; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food production is seeking a Multiskilled Engineer for a dynamic role in Llanelli. This position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge equipment while ensuring the smooth operation of production processes. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, you'll conduct essential maintenance and repairs, contributing to the overall efficiency of the facility. If you're a proactive engineer with a passion for problem-solving and teamwork, this is your opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment that values career development and progression.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Development Opportunities

Supportive Working Environment

On-site Parking

Employee Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance engineering within manufacturing or food production.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults in production.

Skills

Mechanical Fault-Finding

Electrical Fault-Finding

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

NVQ

HNC

Job description

Job Description

Multiskilled Engineer (4 on 4 off - Days/Nights)

Llanelli, Wales

Up to £44,000 per year (DOE)

Yolk Recruitment is proud to represent a leading organisation in Llanelli, Wales, in their search for a Maintenance Engineer.

Operating as part of a wider international group, the company is a key player in the food production sector, supplying high-quality products to major retailers and food service providers. 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.

Position Overview:

As a Maintenance Engineer working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (4 days/nights), 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.

This is what you'll be doing:

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

The experience you'll bring to the team:

1. Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role within a manufacturing or food production environment.
2. Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding and repair skills.
3. A proactive and problem-solving approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
4. Recognised engineering qualifications (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent).
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced setting.
6. Willingness to work a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (4 days/nights).

And this is what you'll get in return:

1. Competitive salary of up to £44,000 per year (DOE).
2. Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment.
3. Career development and progression opportunities.
4. A supportive and collaborative working environment.
5. Employee benefits package.
6. On-site parking.

Are you up to the challenge?

Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Andy Jones.

Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch.