Maintenance Engineer

gap technical; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

gap technical is representing a leading FMCG/food manufacturing business seeking a Maintenance Engineer for a modern production facility near Wrexham. Salary ranges between £51,000 and £53,000 with a 4 on 4 off pattern (2 days / 2 nights).

Based in Wrexham, the role focuses on quick breakdown responses, planned maintenance, and continuous improvement to maximise uptime and safety.

Qualifications

• Completed a time-served engineering apprenticeship (preferred).
• Multiskilled engineer with an electrical bias.
• Food/FMCG or packaging manufacturing experience is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, planning and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns to minimise disruption to production.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and implement corrective actions for recurring faults.
• Prioritise maintenance activities within your designated production area.
• Diagnose faults efficiently using technical documentation and machine history.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to ensure maximum equipment uptime.
• Support and train operators in basic maintenance tasks and assist with more complex repairs when required.
• Maintain machinery in line with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Skills

Electrical bias

Multiskilled

Maintenance planning

Communication skills

Education

Time-served engineering apprenticeship

Job description

Maintenance engineer

Salary: £51,000-£53,000

Location: Wrexham

Working Pattern: 4 on 4 off (2 days / 2 nights)

gap technical is proud to be representing a leading FMCG/food manufacturing business in its search for Maintenance Engineers to join a modern production facility near Wrexham.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns to minimise disruption to production.


• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and implement corrective actions for recurring faults.


• Prioritise maintenance activities within your designated production area.


• Diagnose faults efficiently using technical documentation and machine history.


• Work collaboratively with production teams to ensure maximum equipment uptime.


• Support and train operators in basic maintenance tasks and assist with more complex repairs when required.


• Maintain machinery in line with safety, quality, and operational standards.


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing downtime and improving reliability.

Candidate Requirements

• Completed a time-served engineering apprenticeship (preferred).


• Multi-skilled engineer with an electrical bias.


• Previous experience within food, FMCG, or packaging manufacturing environments is highly desirable.


• Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills.

gap technical is operating as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy and is committed to equal opportunities for all applicants.

Closing Date: 5th September 2026