Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £36,199

Shift: 6am–6pm 4 on 4 off - DAYS ONLY

A fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer has come to the forefront at a well-established and growing food manufacturing business.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturing group operating within a busy, fast-paced FMCG environment. The business specialises in high-volume bakery production, manufacturing a wide range of products including bread, rolls, muffins, baguettes and doughnuts for major UK supermarkets, wholesalers and foodservice businesses.

You will work as part of a skilled, cross-functional planned maintenance team, carrying out planned preventative maintenance, repairs and improvements across production machinery, plant equipment and site facilities.

You will play a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, reducing downtime and ensuring production runs safely and efficiently. The role will also involve general building maintenance, inspections and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

· Mechanical maintenance experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

· Recognised engineering qualification or relevant mechanical engineering experience.

· Experience carrying out planned maintenance, repairs and inspections.

· Strong understanding of Health & Safety and Food Safety requirements.

· Hands-on mechanical maintenance and fault-finding experience.

· Experience working with production plant and machinery.

· Ability to complete maintenance schedules and inspection documentation accurately.

· Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of an engineering team.

· Good communication skills and a proactive approach to maintenance.

· Knowledge of general building maintenance and site repairs.

· Basic welding skills would be advantageous.

· Previous experience within food manufacturing or FMCG.

· Experience with planned preventative maintenance systems.

· IPAF training.

· Experience using CMMS maintenance systems.

· Knowledge of bakery machinery and production processes.

· Working for a well-established and growing manufacturing business.

· Salary of £36,199.

· Enhanced pension scheme – 6% employer contribution.

· 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.

· Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

· Death in Service benefit.

· Free Employee Assistance Programme for employees and their families.

· Retail discounts through the company Benefits Hub.

· Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £300.

· Employee Recognition Awards.

· Extensive learning and development opportunities, including sponsored professional memberships.

· Overtime opportunities paid at an enhanced rate.

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Lewis Wall at Pioneer Selection.

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