Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer - Essex

Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer - Day Shift
Location: Essex
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off - Days Only (6am - 6pm)
Salary: £55,000 + 10% Bonus
Join a thriving food manufacturing business that's driving innovation in fresh, chef-prepared products. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement. They invest heavily in their people and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

As a Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer, you'll play a key role in maintaining high-running performance across site. You'll be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and supporting improvement projects to enhance efficiency, reliability, and food safety.

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  Deliver planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
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  Respond quickly to breakdowns to reduce downtime.
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  Train and support operators on safe and effective machine use.
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  Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance documentation.
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  Work closely with production and hygiene teams to uphold food safety standards.

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  NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
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  18th Edition qualification and strong experience in manufacturing environments.
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  Strong understanding of PLC systems, electrical fault finding, and food manufacturing machinery.
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  Experience with three-phase systems, drives, motors, automation, and control equipment.
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  A proactive, safety-focused approach to engineering.

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  Electrical maintenance: AC/DC drives, motors, pumps, LV systems.
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  PLC fault finding
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  Experience with ovens, heat sealers, check weighers, and similar industrial equipment.
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  PAT testing and electrical compliance knowledge.

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  Private Medical Insurance
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  25 days holiday + bank holidays
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  Twice-yearly bonus scheme
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  50% meal discount
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  Cycle to Work Scheme
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  Enhanced parental leave
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  Financial wellbeing platform with mental health support

If you're an experienced engineer looking to join a fast-paced, values-driven food manufacturer, apply today and take the next step in your career.