Sustainable Packaging Maintenance Engineer

Sabert UK (previously Colpac); Flitwick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Sabert UK (previously Colpac) is seeking a Maintenance Engineer for our Flitwick site. The role involves installing, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining factory machinery, with a focus on preventative maintenance and safety.

You will work closely with the Senior Works Engineer and Operations Director to manage repairs, procure parts, and coordinate external contractors. The ideal candidate will have proven maintenance experience, an engineering qualification, and strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Recent, relevant and proven experience as a maintenance engineer or similar role.
• Higher level qualification in engineering or manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanics.
• Familiarity using various power and hand tools.
• Ability to stand for long hours and lift heavy loads.
• Problem-solving and organisational skills, flexible and motivated to work safely.
• Confident in communicating verbally and in writing in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast and efficient installation, diagnostics, repairs and preventive maintenance to all machinery, plant and equipment in the factory.
• Carry out basic electrical fault diagnosis and repairs.
• Facilitate large or major repairs to plant and equipment with the Senior Works Engineer.
• Assist in developing and implementing a planned maintenance programme.
• Show the effectiveness of planned maintenance by reducing breakdowns and ensuring smooth equipment installation.
• Arrange procurement of sundries, parts and services with the Senior Operations Engineer within budget.
• Coordinate external contractors for specialist work with the Senior Operations Engineer and Operations Director.
• Participate in capital investment decisions and advise on Health and Safety issues.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Engineering qualifications

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Mechanics

Power & hand tools

Communication in English

Education

Higher level qualification in engineering/manufacturing

Job description

Sabert UK (previously Colpac) is seeking a Maintenance Engineer for our Flitwick site. The role involves installing, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining factory machinery, with a focus on preventative maintenance and safety.

You will work closely with the Senior Works Engineer and Operations Director to manage repairs, procure parts, and coordinate external contractors. The ideal candidate will have proven maintenance experience, an engineering qualification, and strong knowledge of