Maintenance Engineer

With a commanding position in the UK FMCG and Food market sector, this highly respected brand has witnessed massive investment and expansion in its Lancashire Facility. With its high-end products, their focus on production and continuous improvement is at the forefront of their engineering teams. To continue their expansion model there is a need to increase the already successful engineering team.

Position: Multiskilled Engineer

Location: Preston

Package: Negotiable

* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across production equipment.

* Fault-find and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, implementing permanent solutions.

* Support continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering function.

* Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge-sharing across the team.

* Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety, quality, and environmental

* Building control panels

* Diagnose and repair faults efficiently to reduce downtime.

* Conduct regular inspections and proactive maintenance to ensure reliability and safety.

* Assist in the installation and commissioning of new systems and equipment.

* Keep detailed records of maintenance activities using a CMMS (tablet-based, training provided).

* Manage critical spare parts and ensure effective inventory control.

* Issue and manage Permits to Work for contractors, ensuring compliance and safety.

* Support black building testing and respond to alarms via the Trend BMS.

* Contribute to continuous improvement and performance initiatives.

* Deliver weekly reports in line with contractual KPIs.

Requirements

* Qualifications preferred should be an NVQ level 3 or equivalent in engineering with experience in a similar role.

* Must have strong electrical fault-finding experience, WITH 18TH Edition qualifications Familiarity with technical manuals, schematics and drawings.

* To be able to work independently or part of a team