Maintenance Engineer Mechanical

CV Consulting; Brighton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Brighton. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical maintenance within food manufacturing, possessing a Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering. This role involves ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently and requires good problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently. The salary ranges from £38,000 to £45,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Solid background in mechanical maintenance within food, beverage, or FMCG manufacturing.
• Confident working with mechanical systems and utilities.
• Awareness of hygiene and safety standards in a food production environment.

Responsibilities

• Keep production lines and supporting systems in top condition.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and perform routine maintenance.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Workshop tools

Job description

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical bias - Food Manufacturing, Harlow, £38,000 - £45,000 (DOE)

Are you an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Technician ready to bring your skills to a busy food manufacturing environment?

You’ll be part of a skilled maintenance team responsible for keeping production lines and supporting systems in top condition. From installations and upgrades to troubleshooting and routine maintenance, you’ll play a hands‑on role in ensuring our equipment operates safely and efficiently.

No two days are the same - one day you might be fabricating or welding components, the next resolving a breakdown, or working on a continuous improvement project. Your attention to detail and safety-first approach will be key to our success.

Maintenance Engineer requirements

• A solid background in mechanical maintenance, ideally within food, beverage, or FMCG manufacturing
• Level 3 qualification or above in Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, BTEC, or Diploma)
• Confident working with mechanical systems, workshop tools, and utilities.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and an understanding of preventative maintenance systems (CMMS)
• A team player with good communication skills who can also work independently
• Awareness of hygiene and safety standards in a food production environment

What's on offer

Salary £38,000-£45,000, depending on expe...