Maintenance Engineer (Food) in Evesham, Worcestershire

Energy Jobline CVL; Evesham; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing business in Evesham is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of engineering functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong installation, repair skills, and experience within the FMCG environment. The role offers excellent career growth, a competitive salary starting at £51,380, and opportunities for continuous development. Apply to join a thriving organization invested in its people.

Benefits

Salary increment after probation

Training & Development opportunities

5% employer pension contribution

On-site canteen with free tea & coffee

Free on-site parking

Death in Service benefit

Health Care Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical and mechanical installation within FMCG environments.
• Knowledge of relevant machinery and systems.
• Strong fault-finding and repair skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of the site's engineering function.
• Participate in completion of assigned preventive maintenance.
• Communicate breakdowns and repairs effectively.
• Perform repairs of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Identify efficiency opportunities for enhancement.

Skills

Electrical and mechanical installation experience in FMCG

Knowledge of ammonia compressors and refrigeration plants

Strong fault-finding and repair skills

Experience with work order systems and engineering stores processes

Excellent communication skills

Education

Formal qualifications in at least one discipline related to engineering

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Major Recruitment is working on behalf of a leading food manufacturing business in Evesham to recruit an experienced Industrial Maintenance Engineer. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity to join a thriving organisation that truly values its people and their contribution to continued success.

Our client is a respected name in the FMCG sector, recognised for producing high-quality products while upholding the highest standards of food safety, sustainability, and innovation. As a people-focused business, they offer excellent opportunities for career growth and development in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The Benefits

• Salary: Days – Starting at £51,380, rising to £56,500 after probation
• Salary: Nights – Starting at £56,518
• Shift Pattern – 6am-6pm OR 6pm-6am | Permanent days or nights | 4 on, 4 off
• Training & Development – Ongoing training with the chance to gain additional qualifications (e.g. HACCP & Food Safety)
• Pension – 5% employer contribution
• Additional Benefits:
  • On-site canteen with free tea & coffee
  • Free on-site parking
  • Death in Service (x4 salary)
  • Health Care Plan

The Role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and reliable operation of the site's engineering function. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assist management with delivery of department's daily operation.
• Actively participate in the completion of the assigned PMs to ensure departmental KPI's.
• Clear communication of breakdowns and repairs done by verbal, email and by supporting Engineering shift report.
• Perform repairs of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to Identify and implement improvements to the PMs to make them more effective.
• Develop and maintain relations with the Production Engineering, Engineering Administration & Stores teams.
• Identify efficiency opportunities and improvements to plant to enhance operation productivity.
• Company procedures, legislation and good working practices are adhered to.
• Responding to breakdowns in a timely manner & communicate issues / works completion to requesters.
• Completion of daily handover.

What We're Looking For

We are keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience in electrical and mechanical installation within FMCG environments.
• Knowledge of ammonia compressors, refrigeration plant, glycol chillers, cooling towers, air compressors, pumps & motors, and industrial boilers (formal qualifications in at least one discipline essential; training available for others).
• Strong fault-finding and repair skills, with clear and concise communication of solutions.
• Experience with work order systems, permits to work, and engineering stores processes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Why Join?

This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a business that invests in its people, values their expertise, and supports career progression. You'll join a high-performing engineering team, benefit from structured training, and play a key role in continuous improvement across the site.

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV highlighting your relevant experience. If shortlisted, we’ll be in touch within 2 working days.

INDMG