Maintenance Engineer - Food Production
Location: Witham, Essex
Job Type: Permanent | Full Time (40 hours/week)
Salary: Competitive, DOE

Market 36 Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established client within the food manufacturing sector for the position of Maintenance Engineer, based in Witham, Essex. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking engineering team within a growing production environment.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering effective planned and reactive maintenance across a fast-paced production facility. This role requires both mechanical and electrical fault-finding abilities, as well as the flexibility to assist with general site maintenance and support process improvements.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with strong engineering skills, preferably with experience in food or FMCG environments.

Key Responsibilities

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Carry out planned, preventive, and predictive maintenance on production and factory equipment.

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Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and faults, diagnosing and resolving technical issues.

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Complete raised maintenance requests within agreed timeframes.

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Maintain accurate documentation and update maintenance logs and reports as required.

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Support the continuous improvement of maintenance processes and engineering standards.

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Ensure all work complies with health and safety policies and regulatory requirements.

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Assist with building maintenance, workshop organisation, and general upkeep of engineering areas.

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Communicate effectively with production and operational teams to assess needs and prioritise tasks.

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Participate in knowledge-sharing and the training of apprentices or junior team members.

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Be willing to work across multiple sites when required.

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications and Training (Desirable):

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Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance Certification/Diploma

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Time-served Maintenance Engineer

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A-Level education or equivalent

Experience and Knowledge:

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Previous experience in a food manufacturing or similar production environment

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Strong understanding of factory processes, CCPs, and compliance

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Competency in both mechanical and basic electrical maintenance

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Familiar with PPM systems, fault diagnostics, and CMMS usage

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Welding/metal fabrication skills and general building works experience

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Experience working to high safety and quality standards

Skills and Attributes:

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Computer literate

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High attention to detail

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Effective communicator and team player

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Able to work independently and manage time effectively

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Must hold a full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

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A permanent, stable position within a growing engineering team

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A varied and engaging role in a production-critical environment

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Ongoing training and development opportunities

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Competitive salary based on experience

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