Maintenance Engineer - Production - Crawley

Pertemps Crawley Perms; Manor Royal; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Crawley Perms is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Engineer to support production, packaging and control equipment on a site in Crawley. The role requires carrying out planned maintenance, quick breakdown repairs, and upholding strict BRC food safety standards in a hygienic, safe environment.

The role includes a minimum 42-hour week with a rotational weekend schedule during peak summer (May to August), and a salary of £45,000–£50,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining production equipment in a food manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of PPM, breakdown repairs, and HACCP safety.
• Strong communication in English for safety and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance on packaging and control equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns promptly and perform repairs.
• Maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards on site.
• Complete CCP sheets, checklists, and handovers.

Skills

English language

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

18th Edition electrical safety qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Salary: £45,000 – £50,000

Location: Crawley (Manor Royal)

Hours: 42 hours minimum per week, scheduled by shift weekly. Includes a rotational weekend schedule with two other engineers during the peak summer period (May to August).

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Maintenance Engineer to provide planned engineering, breakdown repair, and maintenance support for our production, packaging, and control equipment. You will ensure a safe, efficient, and hygienic working environment while maintaining site security and upholding strict BRC food safety systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled tasks within the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule and utilize in-house reporting systems.
• React quickly to emergency breakdowns, communicate clearly with affected teams, and perform efficient repairs.
• Prioritize health, safety, and hygiene best practices, ensuring full compliance with standards and reporting any hazards.
• Maintain and repair various equipment, including ice packaging machinery (pumps, motors, augers, hydraulics, metal detectors), air compressors, basic plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Handle administrative duties such as maintenance checklists, critical control point (CCP) sheets, purchase orders, and handovers.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Good understanding of English for safety and communication purposes.
• Preferred: 18th Edition electrical safety qualification or part qualification.
• Basic IT proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Physical fitness and capability for a fast-paced environment, manual handling, and frequent stair use.
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking capabilities.