Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Selection Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a busy food manufacturing site in Sheffield. The role covers scheduled maintenance, repairs and improvements across production machinery, plant equipment and site facilities, with a focus on reliability and safety.

You will work in a cross-functional team to minimise downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in manufacturing, a recognised

Qualifications

• Mechanical maintenance experience within a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Recognised engineering qualification or relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience carrying out planned maintenance, repairs and inspections.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and Food Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance across production machinery, plant equipment and site facilities.
• Carry out repairs and improvements to minimise downtime and support safe operation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives on the site.
• Assist with general building maintenance and inspections.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Planned maintenance

Health & Safety awareness

Food Safety awareness

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £36,199

Shift: 6am-6pm 4 on 4 off - DAYS ONLY

Job Role of the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

A fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer has come to the forefront at a well-established and growing food manufacturing business.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturing group operating within a busy, fast-paced FMCG environment. The business specialises in high-volume bakery production, manufacturing a wide range of products including bread, rolls, muffins, baguettes and doughnuts for major UK supermarkets, wholesalers and foodservice businesses.

You will work as part of a skilled, cross-functional planned maintenance team, carrying out planned preventative maintenance, repairs and improvements across production machinery, plant equipment and site facilities.

You will play a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, reducing downtime and ensuring production runs safely and efficiently. The role will also involve general building maintenance, inspections and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

• Mechanical maintenance experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Recognised engineering qualification or relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience carrying out planned maintenance, repairs and inspections.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and Food Safety requirements.

Requirements for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

• Hands-on mechanical maintenance and fault-finding experience.
• Experience working with production plant and machinery.
• Ability to complete maintenance schedules and inspection documentation accurately.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of an engineering team.
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Knowledge of general building maintenance and site repairs.
• Basic welding skills would be advantageous.

Desirable Requirements for the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

• Previous experience within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Experience with planned preventative maintenance systems.
• IPAF training.
• Experience using CMMS maintenance systems.
• Knowledge of bakery machinery and production processes.

The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will benefit from:

• Working for a well-established and growing manufacturing business.
• Salary of £36,199.
• Enhanced pension scheme - 6% employer contribution.
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme for employees and their families.
• Retail discounts through the company Benefits Hub.
• Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £300.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities, including sponsored professional memberships.
• Overtime opportunities paid at an enhanced rate.