Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

AB InBev; Magor; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company is seeking an ASRS Engineer to perform planned and reactive maintenance in Magor, South Wales. The role involves improving reliability and safety within the plant, focusing on mechanical and electrical tasks. Candidates should have a relevant engineering qualification and experience in FMCG or logistics operations. This position offers a salary of £51,625.42 per annum and various employee benefits including generous holidays and health insurance.

Benefits

25 holidays + bank holidays

Pension (up to 8% employer contribution)

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid parental leave

Beer allowance

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG or logistics operations is essential.
• Strong background in multi-disciplined engineering roles.
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance for the ASRS.
• Develop and implement safety and maintenance procedures.
• Perform machinery fault diagnosis and repairs.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Strong maintenance skills

Communication skills

Health and safety standards focus

Lean principles knowledge

Education

Recognised engineering qualification (HNC in electrical)

Mechanical qualification (NVQ 3/equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Purpose

Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.

That’s Who We Are: Come and OWN IT.

What’s in it for you

• 25 holidays per year + bank holidays & holiday trading options
• Pension (up to 8% employer contribution) & income protection
• Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits (fully funded private medical insurance, dental insurance, gym discounts, Employee Assistance Programme)
• 26 weeks paid parental leave for eligible primary caregivers
• A beer allowance to enjoy our brands
• 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community
• 4 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion
• Life assurance & charitable giving

Role and location

ASRS Engineer

Location: Magor – South Wales

Salary: £51,625.42 per annum

Shift Pattern: 2 x 12 hour day shifts (07:00–19:00), 2 x 12 hour night shifts (19:00–07:00), followed by 4 days off

The Role

The main purpose of this position is to carry out planned and reactive maintenance in support of the Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS). This role is vital for the efficiency, quality and cost of the plant. The ASRS Engineer will look to improve the reliability and safety of the plant and production processes from a mechanical and electrical perspective.

This job description is not exhaustive. You may be required to undertake other reasonable duties, in line with your skills and experience, to meet operational requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance, including
• Working in a safe manner following all company policies and procedures
• Undertake, drive and support maintenance and improvement activities
• Identify CI opportunities
• Developing SOPs and learning documents to share best practice across shifts with respect to maintenance and CIL
• Developing safety, and maintenance procedures
• Liaise with suppliers of OEM’s for the provision of spares/services
• Support the development and maintenance of a high performance, flexible and “can do” culture
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance
• Machinery fault diagnosis and repairs
• Use of Plant Optimisation tools to ensure sustainability of high departmental standards including 5S, Hygiene and PDCA
• Undertake, drive and support maintenance and improvement activities
• Share best practice across shifts with respect to maintenance and CIL
• Review and develop safety and maintenance procedures (SWI)
• Record all maintenance activities within maintenance management system (SAP)
• Maintenance prioritisation and planning
• Analyse machines to improve performance
• Identify critical spares for designated machines
• Refurbish spares as required
• Complete some work at heights, confined space & as a lone worker
• Project work
• Carrying out quality inspections on jobs
• Liaising & assisting client departments and customers
• Controlling maintenance tools, stores and equipment
• Monitoring and controlling maintenance costs
• Ensure all safety systems are in working order

Who we’re looking for

Experience & Qualifications

• Recognised engineering qualification (HNC or equivalent in electrical)
• Mechanical qualification (NVQ 3/equivalent or experience)
• FLT license (desirable)
• Experience in FMCG or logistics operations
• Strong fault-finding and maintenance skills
• Background in a multi-disciplined engineering role
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing principles and tools
• Good numeracy, literacy, and verbal communication skills

Skills, Knowledge & Competencies

• Strong focus on health, safety, hygiene, and 5S standards
• Proactive, self-managed, and positive “can-do” attitude
• Good communication skills and pride in work quality
• Comfortable working with external contractors
• Knowledge of LEAN, Continuous Improvement (CI), HACCP, and food safety protocols
• Support for VPO compliance, sustainability, and a learning organisation
• Strong numerical analysis and IT skills
• Able to make decisions, challenge when needed, and work independently
• High level of teamwork and organisation
• Ability to work in a structured, systematic way and meet deadlines

Why build your career with us

We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities.

UNIQUE CULTURE

We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.

BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES

We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.