Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Kepak Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading meat production company is seeking a Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Aberdeen City. The ideal candidate will perform routine maintenance on production equipment and ensure operational efficiency. Responsibilities include conducting electrical and mechanical repairs, supporting production teams, and adhering to health and safety standards. This role offers a rotating shift schedule and a range of employee benefits including a performance bonus and discounts on products.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

25% Discount in Butcher Shop

Employee Discount Platform

Refer a Friend Scheme

Free Car Parking

Subsidised Canteen

Long Service Awards

Bike to Work Scheme

Training and Development

GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, meat/food production experience is an advantage.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems is desirable.
• Fluency in English is essential for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Undertake routine electrical and mechanical maintenance of equipment.
• Provide technical support for plant facilities including compressed air and refrigeration.
• Conduct fault finding and implement preventive & predictive maintenance.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Suitable Mechanical and/or Electrical Qualification

Tools

PLC systems

Refrigeration systems

PTW systems

Job description

Kepak McIntosh Donald are a globally recognised brand and the largest red meat producer in Scotland; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.

We are looking for a Skilled Maintenance Engineer, to join our Maintenance and Engineering team to provide effective maintenance support to the Production team, maintain and repair the equipment, machinery and tools used in the factory.

Rotating shift cover roster (4 on / 4 off), dayshift pattern

Role Requirements

• Undertake Electrical and Mechanical routine maintenance of equipment, quality inspections and fault finding on the production lines and process, working to minimise down time
• PCL Logic experience advantageous but not essential.
• Electro‑mechanical repairs to high‑speed, PLC‑controlled plant, handling and packaging equipment, also pneumatic and hydraulic control systems
• Effectively communicate with productions teams, providing timely updates on breakdowns/​down time
• Technical support for the plant facilities and services, including compressed air, refrigeration and steam
• Ability to carry out Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Routines inspections, reports and remedial works.
• Support Production Team in achieving targets
• Closely monitor production line and machine performance, identifying and investigating faults as well as improvement opportunities.
• Intervene online at points of failure and when reduction in performance occurs.
• Be observant and work off your own initiative with regards to fault detection, plan, communicate and execute remedial action as required.
• Analyse the efficiency of current procedures and suggest improvements
• Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment, installations and modifications
• Maintain cleanliness in any areas in which you are working and partake in achieving 5S standard.
• Co‑operate and participate fully in training and development in cross‑skilling and other job‑related competencies
• Proactively use the maintenance management system (CMMS), records of all changes, stores transactions made, and work carried out
• Actively participate in toolbox talks and undertake permit to work and/or risk assessments (training provided)
• Be available to support and participate in rotating shift cover roster (4 on / 4 off), dayshift pattern.
• Contribute to machinery compliance with the relevant health and safety legislation, as well a relevant site food hygiene and safety requirements,

Commitment to Company Values

• Commitment to Company Values; Passion for food, Ambition, Responsibility and Teamwork
• Passion for Food at forefront of day‑to‑day performance
• Ambition to develop self to achieve personal and business goals
• Responsibility for positive contribution to business
• Team Work across all levels, departments and teams, willing to go the extra mile
• Suitable Mechanical and/or Electrical Qualification essential
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment desirable; meat/food production experience a distinct advantage
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, PLC control, refrigeration and PTW systems desirable
• Strong diagnostic/root cause analysis skills essential
• Proactive and “can‑do” attitude essential
• Sound understanding of integrity and compliance to relevant legislation and company processes/procedures
• Commitment to good practice
• Fluent English, communicates well in written and oral form with multi‑nationals on all levels
• Ability to multitask and work under own initiative to deliver to deadlines
• Relationship builder with influencing skills

Performance Bonus

• Opportunity to earn a Performance Bonus.

Benefits

• Pay Grading system- offering the chance to increase your earnings as you advance in your role.
• 25% Discount in our Butcher Shop.
• Employee Discount Platform - All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Get up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
• Free Car Parking - Our Kepak site has a dedicated staff car parking facility which is free to use for all of our colleagues.
• Subsidised Can­teen - Our on site canteen is serving multiple hot food options during the day.
• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long‑serving employees.
• Bike to Work Scheme - You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary‑sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
• Training and Development- we are committed to helping you grow in your career, from structured onboarding, regular training (online and in‑person), and clear paths for career progression.
• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - Providing emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues.