Our client is a specialist prepared fruit supplier, delivering fresh, innovative and high-quality fruit packs to major retailers daily.  They are passionate about bringing convenient, great-tasting produce to consumers across the UK.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities:

As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical bias), you will be responsible for maintaining the reliability and efficiency of high-speed production equipment. This hands-on role involves both reactive and planned maintenance, supporting operational performance and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on production equipment and site services

• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and automation faults

• Respond to breakdowns quickly to minimise downtime

• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions

• Maintain automated, high-speed machinery

• Support site KPIs including efficiency and OEE

• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards

• Provide technical support to operators and team members

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve site performance

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• Engineering apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

• Strong electrical fault-finding experience in a manufacturing environment

• Knowledge of PLCs, drives, sensors, and automation systems

• Mechanical maintenance experience (e.g. bearings, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes)

• Background in FMCG, food production, or fast-paced manufacturing

• Experience working in a shift-based engineering role

• Proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills

Desirable Skills:

• HNC or higher in Electrical, Automation, or Engineering

• Experience with pneumatics and automated machinery

• Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, CI)

• Ability to support or mentor team members

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary package

• Pension scheme and life assurance

• Employee benefits package

• Ongoing training and development

• On-site parking

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with us or apply below.