Maintenance EngineerNew

TN United Kingdom; Chorley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Chorley seeks a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer. In this role, you'll maintain and repair equipment to ensure smooth production processes. Join a supportive team and work with cutting-edge technology while advancing your career in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Salary up to £45,000

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance engineering in food production.
• Strong mechanical and electrical repair skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical Fault-Finding

Electrical Fault-Finding

Problem-Solving

Education

NVQ

HNC

Job description

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Yolk Recruitment is proud to represent a leading organisation in Chorley, in their search for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer.

Operating as part of a wider group, the company is a key player in the food production sector, supplying high-quality products to major retailers and food service providers. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, the company continues to invest in its people, processes, and technology to maintain its position as an industry leader.

After significant investment in 2025 they are keen to employ a further 2 multiskilled Engineer to join their team.

Position Overview:

As a Maintenance Engineer working on a 4 Day shift pattern (mixture of 8 & 12 hours), you will be a crucial part of our client's operations. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of equipment, ensuring the smooth running of production processes, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the facility. If you're a skilled engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, this is your opportunity.

This is what you'll be doing.

• Conducting both planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure the smooth running of production lines
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ensuring all work complies with health and safety standards and food industry regulations
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, optimising processes and enhancing efficiency
• Working collaboratively with production and engineering teams to ensure seamless operation

The experience you'll bring to the team.

• Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role within a fast paced manufacturing or food production environment
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding and repair skills
• A proactive and problem-solving approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Recognised engineering qualifications (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced setting

And this is what you'll get in return.

• Salary of up to £45,000 dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.