Maintenance Engineer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Upton; On-site; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team. The role involves planned preventive maintenance, breakdown response, and support of continuous improvement projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing, strong fault-finding skills, and relevant engineering qualifications. The position offers a salary of up to £51,000 per annum and a supportive team environment with development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to online and high-street discount schemes

A range of employee benefits

Opportunities for development and progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment as a multiskilled maintenance engineer.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (apprentice trained, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM).
• Respond to breakdowns and fault-find across various systems.
• Use CMMS to record work and manage assets.
• Support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Multiskilled maintenance engineering

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System)

PLC (Siemens, Allen Bradley)

Job description

Role: Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Shift: Continental (Days & Nights)

Pay: £51,000 per annum

Location: Poole, Dorset

Are you a multiskilled maintenance engineer looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and have a passion for keeping production running smoothly?

We're working with a leading food manufacturer recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join their engineering team, working on a continental shift pattern and playing a vital role in maintaining site performance.

What you’ll be doing

• Carrying out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime and keep production on track.
• Responding to breakdowns, fault‑finding and repairing across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Using the site’s CMMS (computerised maintenance management system) to record work, manage assets and plan routines.
• Supporting continuous improvement projects and contributing ideas to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Working closely with the wider team to promote a positive, proactive engineering culture.

What you’ll need

• Proven experience as a multiskilled maintenance engineer within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault‑finding skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with PLC‑controlled and automated machinery (Siemens, Allen Bradley or similar).
• Relevant engineering qualifications (apprentice trained, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• A team player with excellent problem‑solving skills and a hands‑on approach.

What you’ll get in return

• Salary up to £51,000 per annum.
• Access to online and high‑street discount schemes plus a range of employee benefits.
• A supportive team environment with opportunities for development and progression.

Are you up to the challenge?

If you're a proactive multiskilled maintenance engineer looking for a secure role within a forward‑thinking manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to arrange a confidential call and discuss the full details.