Site Services Engineer

Froneri; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global ice cream manufacturer is looking for a Site Services Engineer in Northallerton. The role requires maintenance support for industrial systems, ideally suited for those qualified in mechanical or electrical fields. Candidates should have hands-on experience with equipment such as gas boilers and air compressors. Benefits include annual bonuses, flexible pay options, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Flexible Pay Options

Shift Premiums

Maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Life assurance

Access to training and apprenticeships

24/7 virtual GP

Community Engagement opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified in a suitable mechanical/electrical subject.
• Relevant hands-on experience with industrial systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive and reactive maintenance support to factory.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Maintain records of inspections and service work.

Skills

Experience on industrial gas fired boilers

Knowledge of Air compressors

Familiarity with Hot water systems

Understanding of Heat exchangers

Proficiency in Lighting systems

Knowledge of Drainage systems

Experience with RO waste treatment plants

Strong mechanical knowledge

Electrical capabilities

Education

Qualified in mechanical/electrical subject

Job description

Discover Your Future at Froneri – Site Services Engineer

Location: Leeming Bar, North Yorkshire

Contract Type: Full-time, Mon to Fri 8:00 to 16:00, plus weekends if required.

Salary: Up to £40k plus overtime

About Us

At Froneri, we don’t just make ice cream, we create experiences that delight millions around the world. As one of the world’s leading ice cream manufacturers, we’re proud to produce iconic brands like Rowtrees, Nuii, and Cadbury ice cream. Our team is at the heart of everything we do—driven, innovative, and committed to excellence. If you're looking for a role where creativity meets opportunity, and where your ideas & contribution can make a real impact, we’d love for you to apply!

The Role

We’re looking for a Site Services Engineer to join our Engineering team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for providing proactive and reactive maintenance support to our factory.

• Carry out preventative maintenance, condition monitoring and inspections.
• Carry out improvements to plant and equipment which increase reliability, flexibility and or performance.
• To record all work carried out on site on the SHIRE MMS and ensure that relevant documentation is brought up to date.
• Write / update relevant planned maintenance schedules.
• To write and update all written schemes and to ensure we meet all requirements as required by our insurance inspectors.
• Maintain records of inspections & service work to internal and external audit requirements.
• Update the maintenance system to include all site services equipment and systems.
• Update and maintain a critical spares list for the site services systems.
• Ensure all required spare parts for all site services systems are stocked by working alongside engineering stores
• Assist the site engineering teams when required with mechanical engineering/fitter support and small projects.
• To assist and advise on new installations and projects.
• To train other site engineers on the site services equipment, systems and plant operation.
• Develop, train, coach and inspire an apprentice site services engineer.

You’ll play a key part in helping us deliver high-quality products and services while living our values, we take ownership, we are better together, we seek to improve and we do what is right.

What We’re Looking For

Ideally you will be qualified in a suitable mechanical/electrical subject with the relevant time served practical experience and skills in the following:

• Experience of working on industrial gas fired boilers, Air compressors, Hot water systems, Heat exchangers, Lighting systems, Drainage, RO waste treatment plants.
• Strong mechanical knowledge preferable with electrical capabilities.

We value people who are proactive, collaborative, and eager to grow.

Why Join Froneri?

We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and development:

• Extra Rewards: Annual bonus, recognition schemes, Christmas voucher.
• Flexible Pay Options: Salary sacrifice for pensions, payroll giving, Cycle to Work.
• Shift Premiums: £2.50/hour for overtime; up to £10/night shift premium.
• Family Support: Maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Financial Security: Life assurance (2x salary), pension scheme, paid annual leave.
• Career Development: Access to training and apprenticeships.
• Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, occupational health.
• Perks & Discounts: Staff lottery, raffles, and savings hub for shopping, travel, and entertainment.
• Community Engagement: Volunteer opportunities with charity partners.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re excited by the opportunity to work with a global brand and a passionate team, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply in writing/by email, enclosing a CV, to Hannah Goundry, ([e-mail]) HR Dept, Froneri, Leeming Bar Industrial Estate, Leeming Bar, Northallerton DL7 9UL.