Site Engineer – FMCG Maintenance & PLC Diagnostics

Mason James Appointments (UK) Ltd; Headcorn; On-site; GBP 41,539 - 50,770; Full time

Job summary

Mason James Appointments (UK) Ltd is recruiting a Site Engineer (Days) to join a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing site in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on maintaining production asset availability, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous improvement across the site.

You will respond to breakdowns, perform planned preventative maintenance, and work with production teams to optimise line efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification (Electrical/Mechanical or similar).
• Strong mechanical and electrical experience.
• Experience within FMCG operations preferred.
• PLC fault finding and diagnostics experience.
• Good understanding of health & safety practices.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and allergen handling beneficial.
• Strong analytical, planning and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant performance to targets, aiming for 100% availability.
• Diagnose faults, including PLC fault finding.
• Carry out planned maintenance and daily checks per schedules.
• Respond to and prioritize breakdowns and work orders.
• Support production teams to optimise line efficiency.
• Assist with machine operation training where required.
• Complete maintenance projects, modifications and process improvements.
• Manage spare parts, documentation and contractor activities.
• Promote high safety, hygiene and quality standards across site.
• Encourage teamwork and cross-department communication.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

PLC fault finding

Health & safety

Analytical planning

Communication

Teamwork

MS Word/Excel

Education

Level 3 Engineering qualification (Electrical/Mechanical)

Job description

Mason James Appointments (UK) Ltd is recruiting a Site Engineer (Days) to join a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing site in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on maintaining production asset availability, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous improvement across the site.

You will respond to breakdowns, perform planned preventative maintenance, and work with production teams to optimise line efficiency.