Maintenance Engineer vacancy in Essex

Leo Recruits are in search of an experienced Maintenance Engineer for a busy fresh produce facility. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience maintaining industrial equipment, knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems, and a strong understanding of health and safety compliance in a production or distribution environment.

Do you have a minimum of 6 Months' experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a fast-paced industrial setting?

This Maintenance Engineer position is a full-time, site-based role working for a well-established, family-run fruit distribution business with over 7 Decades of industry expertise. With state-of-the-art facilities and a reputation for quality, this is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and technically skilled individual to join a thriving team.

About the Maintenance Engineer Role:

* Location: Essex

* Salary: £35,000

* Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

* Shifts: 4 on 4 off - Site-Based Role

Key Responsibilities:

* Plan, monitor and carry out repairs and maintenance on company equipment, machinery, and buildings

* Effectively manage the site's Preventative Maintenance Programme

* Troubleshoot and maintain a wide range of electro-mechanical machinery, including packaging lines and ripening rooms

* Respond swiftly and efficiently to breakdowns to minimize downtime

* Conduct risk assessments and ensure all work complies with Health & Safety and engineering legislation

* Maintain and update an asset register for internal systems

* Support hygiene standards and ensure compliance with statutory inspections

* Liaise with contractors and supervise their work where necessary

* Recommend safety and performance improvements

* Report misuse of machinery or equipment to the Maintenance Manager

* Support with building maintenance and facility checks as required

Requirements:

* Proven experience in maintenance engineering, ideally in a food production or distribution environment

* Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

* Flexibility to work shift patterns (4 on 4 off)

* Commitment to safe working practices and legislative compliance

* Willingness to undertake training (e.g., Electrical Safety, First Aid, Fire Warden, MEWP, FLT, etc.)

Benefits:

* Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)

* On-the-job training and continued professional development

* PPE and uniform provided (including high-visibility and protective wear)

* Opportunity to work in a modern, fast-paced environment with a close-knit team

* Support from experienced Maintenance Manager and Engineering team