Multiskilled Food Factory Engineer - 4 on/4 off

Michael Page; Erith; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holiday incl BH

Bupa healthcare plan

Free parking on site

Pension Employer 3% - Employee 5%

Salary Exchange (SXP)

Rewards Gateway benefits platform

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a multiskilled maintenance/shift engineer for a globally recognised food manufacturer in the Erith area. The role focuses on efficient operation, maintenance, and CI of production machinery within a food-safe environment.

You will carry out PPM, fault diagnosis, and repairs, ensure HACCP-compliant operation, and support improvements to equipment reliability. The job operates on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern with attractive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a maintenance or shift engineer in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical engineering skills.
• Experience with PLC fault finding (desirable).
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
• Relevant engineering qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
• Electrical certification (e.g., 18th Edition) - desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production and packaging equipment.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and perform effective fault diagnosis and repair.
• Ensure all machinery operates in line with food safety and hygiene standards (e.g., HACCP).
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete all documentation.
• Work closely with production teams to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations at all times.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Monitor and maintain utilities (e.g., steam, refrigeration, compressed air systems).
• Identify root causes of recurring faults and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

PLC fault finding

Food safety standards

Work under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC/HND

Tools

18th Edition Certification

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a multiskilled maintenance/shift engineer for a globally recognised food manufacturer in the Erith area. The role focuses on efficient operation, maintenance, and CI of production machinery within a food-safe environment.

You will carry out PPM, fault diagnosis, and repairs, ensure HACCP-compliant operation, and support improvements to equipment reliability. The job operates on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern with attractive benefits.