Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Leading food manufacturer · Trafford Park, Manchester · Continental shift GBP57,679 + 5% bonus
If you're the kind of engineer who hates standing still who'd rather be diagnosing a fault, improving a process, or mentoring the next generation of engineers than watching the clock this role was built for you.
You'll be a key part of the maintenance team at a high-output food manufacturing site in Trafford Park, keeping production running smoothly and pushing the site's performance forward. This isn't a purely reactive role: you'll have real scope to identify inefficiencies, drive improvements, and make your mark on OEE.
What you'll be doing
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and responding to breakdowns to keep production moving
Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, and automation faults quickly and accurately
Identifying process improvements and putting them into practice through change management
Supporting and coaching colleagues sharing your knowledge and raising the team's capability
Working to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards on a AA BRC-rated site
What we're looking for
Time-served apprentice-trained engineer with an ONC, BTEC, or equivalent (HNC a bonus)
Strong hands-on skills across mechanical, electrical, and automation systems
Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment food or FMCG preferred
Familiarity with highly regulated or audited sites (BRC, ISO, or similar)
A sharp analytical mind and the confidence to make decisions under pressure
The package
GBP57,679 base salary + 5% annual bonus
Continental shift 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off
22 days holiday
Pension up to 10%, life assurance 4×, BUPA healthcare
EV salary sacrifice scheme with free onsite charging
Staff discounts worth up to GBP3k per year
Cycle to work scheme
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