Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical Bias

ATA Recruitment; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a 3-month contract in Rotherham. The role involves maintaining mechanical equipment in a bakery environment. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 and proven experience in food production. This position offers a competitive rate of £32-£34p/h and an immediate start.

Benefits

Work with an elite engineering team

Immediate start

Competitive rate (£32-£34p/h)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food production.
• Reliable, punctual, team player, and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day mechanical maintenance in an FMCG setting.
• Work with mechanical machinery such as conveyors and packaging machines.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues promptly.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Team player

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 / Time Served

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Rotherham
Contract Length: 3 Months
Shift Pattern: Days
Rate: £32-£34p/h
(Outside IR35)

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team on a 3‑month contract. You will be responsible for maintaining mechanical equipment in a bakery environment to ensure smooth production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out day‑to‑day mechanical maintenance in an FMCG setting.
• Work with mechanical machinery such as conveyors, provers, check weighers, packaging machines, slicers, etc.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues promptly to avoid delays in production.
• Ensure compliance with all site and industry standards.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 / Time Served
• Proven experience in food production
• Reliable, punctual, team player, and professional attitude

Why Join?

• Work with an elite engineering team on high‑profile food industry projects
• Outside IR35
• Immediate start available

I am looking to speak to talented maintenance engineers who are looking for a rewarding and challenging contract position. For more information, please contact Sam Martlew – Trainee Recruitment Specialist at ATA Recruitment.

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