Site Services Engineer

Compleat Food Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice schemes

Holiday discounts

Enhanced retail discounts

Free product handouts

EV charging points

GroceryAid access

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

The Compleat Food Group is seeking a Site Services Engineer to join our Nottingham engineering team. You will provide multi-skilled maintenance across site, manage steam and water systems, pipework, and assist external contractors while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with permits to work.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30am–4pm, with permanent, full-time status. The role offers opportunities to develop skills through formal training and to contribute to site improvements and

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Engineering (essential).
• NVQ Level 2 in construction (essential).
• BOAS Qualified (essential).
• COSHH Level 2 and IOSH working safely are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance on site plant machinery.
• Manage legionella control with contractors per L8 HSE Code of Practice.
• Maintain internal site fabrication across production, ancillary, and office areas.
• Identify site improvements and present proposals to Line Manager for approval.
• Develop skills in agreement with Line Manager to increase site-task capability.
• Oversee maintenance on external buildings and surrounding areas.
• Complete daily schedule sign-offs and record additional work via job sheets.
• Coordinate external contractors for tasks beyond site capability and obtain quotations.

Skills

General tools familiarity

COSHH Level 2

IOSH Working Safely

Food industry knowledge

Boiler operation knowledge

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Engineering

NVQ Level 2 in construction

BOAS Qualified

Tools

Refrigeration experience

Pipe fitting techniques

Job description

Join Our Engineering Team at The Compleat Food Group!

We're excited to offer an incredible opportunity for a Site Services Engineer to join our dedicated and professional engineering support team in Nottingham!

Job Purpose:

The role involves providing multi-skilled general maintenance support across the site as part of the engineering team. Responsibilities include maintaining on-site steam boilers, valves, and systems, as well as carrying out pipe fitting work on steam and water systems, heat exchangers, factory water systems, and drainage. The position also requires performing planned maintenance on all mechanical and electrical building services and equipment, including water and steam systems.

All maintenance activities must be accurately recorded on the CMMS system, alongside the completion of Permit to Work documentation. In addition, the role involves working closely with electrical and mechanical contractors to ensure all tasks are completed in line with Quality, Safety, Food Safety, Health, and Environmental legislation requirements.

Role Details:

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4pm

Role Type: Permanent, Full Time Role

Location: Nottingham, NG2

Salary: £43,500

Your Duties Will Include:

• Carry out both reactive and planned maintenance on all plant machinery to ensure efficient operation.
• Manage legionella control by coordinating with contractors for testing and treatment in line with L8 HSE Code of Practice and guidance.
• Maintain and manage internal site fabrication across production, ancillary, and office areas.
• Identify site improvement opportunities and elevate proposals to the Line Manager for approval.
• Continuously develop skills, in agreement with the Line Manager, to increase capability across site tasks.
• Oversee and perform maintenance on external buildings and surrounding areas.
• Complete daily schedule sign-offs and accurately record additional work via job sheets.
• Support the closure of NCNs related to fabrication activities.
• Report any concerns, including building wear and tear, safety issues, and additional support requirements.
• Adjust workload dynamically to support production, hygiene, and engineering priorities.
• Undertake out-of-hours work as required by business needs, including pre-agreed upgrades during non-productive hours.
• Assist in coordinating external contractors for tasks beyond site capability, including obtaining and challenging quotations and ensuring compliance with permit-to-work and site requirements.
• Maintain efficiency and productivity when completing scheduled maintenance and tasks.

About You:

Essential:

• City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Engineering(or equivalent)
• Ideally trained or working towards an NVQ (or equivalent) at level 2 in a construction-based background.
• BOAS Qualified

Beneficial:

• Confident in use of general tools and power tools
• COSHH Level 2
• IOSH working safely
• Refrigeration experience
• Knowledge of food industry standards
• GMC in Combined Heat and Power
• City & Guilds in Pipe Fitting and Assembly
• Certified Industrial Boiler Operator or Diploma in Plant Operation Management

Why Join Us?

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points - available at selected sites

Health & Wellbeing

• 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid

Career Growth & Development

• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity's employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.