4,277 Preventive Maintenance jobs in the United Kingdom
Preventive Maintenance Engineer
Posted 5 days ago
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At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
**Job Overview**
To ensure the optimal operation and longevity of machinery, equipment, and infrastructure by conducting scheduled preventive maintenance (PM), diagnostics, and corrective servicing across the facility. The Maintenance Engineer plays a key role in minimizing downtime and supporting continuous improvement in equipment reliability.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on production and facility equipment in accordance with maintenance plans.
+ Carry out servicing of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
+ Conduct safety and performance checks on machinery and tools.
+ Identify and troubleshoot faults, assess root causes, and execute timely repairs.
+ Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and equipment histories.
+ Assist in installation, commissioning, and testing of new equipment.
+ Coordinate with production teams to minimize disruption during servicing.
+ Follow all health and safety procedures, including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and permit-to-work systems.
+ Report critical equipment issues or potential failures to the Maintenance Manager
+ Support continuous improvement initiatives
**What your background should look like**
+ Proven experience in maintenance engineering or a similar technical role.
+ Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
+ Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
+ Skilled in using diagnostic tools and basic workshop equipment.
+ Knowledge of safety standards, including PPE, risk assessments, and HSE practices.
**Competencies**
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
Location:
HASTINGS, ESX, GB, TN38 9RF
City: HASTINGS
State: ESX
Country/Region: GB
Travel: None
Requisition ID:
Alternative Locations:
Function: Facilities
TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Technician)
Posted 14 days ago
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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Technician) up to c47.5k + Bonus + Overtime
Permanent - South East ABJ7345
As Mechanical Maintenance Engineering Technician you will join a strong maintenance team, as part of the manufacturing facility of a global organisation. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, and working closely with an electrical technician the role of Mechanical Maintenance Technician will be required to provide maintenance services to the sites production team, ensuring maximum plant up time.
As a mechanical technician / fitter this role incorporates planned preventative maintenance, maintenance inspections, corrective maintenance and continuous improvement projects. As a maintenance technician you must be able to demonstrate a good level of competence in welding and fabrication, pneumatic & hydraulic control systems, maintain conveyors systems, screw feeders, lean & dense phase conveying systems and automated process control; you will demonstrate a good aptitude for fault finding and rectification.
As part of a small team and on your own initiative; providing assistance across functions if required also on occasion assisting with electrical maintenance team, in a sustainable and safe way.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor plants performance and condition to identify potential breakdowns before they occur, ensuring that any required actions are correctly reported. li>To operate within the maintenance schedule, ensuring consistent maintenance of all plant across the site.
- Be actively involved in new plant installations/modifications from the design stage through to final commissioning.
- To work with the site management team to ensure that all current plant operates to its full capacity.
- To ensure all safety checks are completed and any maintenance required is logged, reported and remedial action taken.
- To be part of a Rota providing an on-call service to the site.
- Ensure that all tools and equipment are properly maintained and kept in a clean and tidy condition.
- To apply the Health, Safety & Environmental Policy
Qualifications and Skills
- Background in Mechanical Engineering / maintenance or similar e.g. HNC/HND with a Mechanical Engineering bias; basic electrical experience would also be an advantage.
- Plant site mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing facility, preferably materials or chemical / pharma / FMCG, construction etc manufacturing site < i>Experience of maintaining conveyors systems, screw feeders, lean & dense phase conveying systems and automated process control
- Pro-active approach to Health & Safety, and importantly a high level of process safety is essential
- Certified to 3268 welding skills / fabrication skills or equivalent. li>Certified competence for pneumatic and hydraulic control systems .
- Be able to demonstrate compliance with relevant Health & Safety legislation.
Competitive compensation including attractive Base + Bonus: Pension, Life assurance, store discounts . Onsite 5 days a week 44hrs. + any additional hours worked are paid as overtime. Occasional On-call Rota outside the basic hours by prior arrangement.
To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson ABJ7345 on (phone number removed), (phone number removed) or apply to
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Technician)
Posted 14 days ago
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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Technician) up to c47.5k + Bonus + Overtime
Permanent - South East ABJ7345
As Mechanical Maintenance Engineering Technician you will join a strong maintenance team, as part of the manufacturing facility of a global organisation. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, and working closely with an electrical technician the role of Mechanical Maintenance Technician will be required to provide maintenance services to the sites production team, ensuring maximum plant up time.
As a mechanical technician / fitter this role incorporates planned preventative maintenance, maintenance inspections, corrective maintenance and continuous improvement projects. As a maintenance technician you must be able to demonstrate a good level of competence in welding and fabrication, pneumatic & hydraulic control systems, maintain conveyors systems, screw feeders, lean & dense phase conveying systems and automated process control; you will demonstrate a good aptitude for fault finding and rectification.
As part of a small team and on your own initiative; providing assistance across functions if required also on occasion assisting with electrical maintenance team, in a sustainable and safe way.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor plants performance and condition to identify potential breakdowns before they occur, ensuring that any required actions are correctly reported. li>To operate within the maintenance schedule, ensuring consistent maintenance of all plant across the site.
- Be actively involved in new plant installations/modifications from the design stage through to final commissioning.
- To work with the site management team to ensure that all current plant operates to its full capacity.
- To ensure all safety checks are completed and any maintenance required is logged, reported and remedial action taken.
- To be part of a Rota providing an on-call service to the site.
- Ensure that all tools and equipment are properly maintained and kept in a clean and tidy condition.
- To apply the Health, Safety & Environmental Policy
Qualifications and Skills
- Background in Mechanical Engineering / maintenance or similar e.g. HNC/HND with a Mechanical Engineering bias; basic electrical experience would also be an advantage.
- Plant site mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing facility, preferably materials or chemical / pharma / FMCG, construction etc manufacturing site < i>Experience of maintaining conveyors systems, screw feeders, lean & dense phase conveying systems and automated process control
- Pro-active approach to Health & Safety, and importantly a high level of process safety is essential
- Certified to 3268 welding skills / fabrication skills or equivalent. li>Certified competence for pneumatic and hydraulic control systems .
- Be able to demonstrate compliance with relevant Health & Safety legislation.
Competitive compensation including attractive Base + Bonus: Pension, Life assurance, store discounts . Onsite 5 days a week 44hrs. + any additional hours worked are paid as overtime. Occasional On-call Rota outside the basic hours by prior arrangement.
To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson ABJ7345 on (phone number removed), (phone number removed) or apply to
Reliability Maintenance Engineer Technician,RME
Posted 1 day ago
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The Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team at Amazon is fundamental to our operations u2013 theyu2019re the ones keeping vital machinery running at all times. As an RME Technician, youu2019ll maintain a wide range of equipment and workspaces while upholding Health and Safety best practices. You'll help to keep your colleagues safe and prevent machine downtime. Our RME Technicians boost the availability and quality of our equipment and work to enhance the operational environment too.
Key job responsibilities
- Proactive and preventative maintenance tasks on a wide range of site equipment
- Carry out reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live distribution warehouse
- Use the latest tools to maximise equipment effectiveness
- Uphold all health and safety policies and practices
- Support the development and progression of on-site apprentices
- Work on continuous improvement projects and roll out best practices across a range of EU sites
A day in the life
Our RME Technicians are based on-site, so they can respond quickly to any machinery issues. Youu2019ll carry out a range of planned preventative maintenance to our sitesu2019 equipment to make sure itu2019s working safely. As an RME Technician, youu2019ll also respond promptly to breakdowns, investigating, finding, and implementing solutions as quickly as possible. Youu2019ll also make suggestions for long-term improvements.
Working alongside senior colleagues, youu2019ll undertake day-to-day maintenance tasks and will liaise with contractors if you need external expertise. Youu2019ll work on a range of shifts to make sure our sites are supported around the clock u2013 allowing Amazon to deliver at the speed weu2019re known for.
About the team
Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering or RME team keep our equipment performing at its best. We're a technically minded team, made up of excellent team players and guided by experienced leaders. We work together to maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment across our global network of fulfilment centres. Some of our people are leaders, who oversee the team as they work on exciting technology u2013 some of which only exists at Amazon.
From installing automated packaging systems to overseeing the general maintenance of a site to repairing key distribution equipment, our team handles most aspects of Amazonu2019s technical side. This includes keeping buildings legally compliant, so everyone is safe, and our sites are operating at maximum efficiency. There are lots of opportunities for progression, both within the RME team and more widely across Amazon.
Everything we do focuses on reducing downtime in Amazonu2019s crucial operations sites, so customers get their orders on time. We often work during early or late hours to carry out maintenance with minimal disruption, including night shifts. If we spot a better way to do something, we have the skills and the opportunity to develop and introduce completely new processes or cutting-edge tech like Amazon Robotics and our Complex Item Sorter.
Basic Qualifications
- Served a full Engineering indentured apprenticeship and/or qualified to a minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant Engineering subject
- Relevant experience as a qualified engineer
- Relevant experience working in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance
- Advanced proficiency in the local language verbally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications
Apprentice Trained, HNC, HND, BSc, BEng
Experience in condition-based monitoring
Experience working with print and apply machines
Experience in fault-finding and maintaining conveyor or automation systems
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Reliability Maintenance Engineer Technician,RME
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
The Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team at Amazon is fundamental to our operations u2013 theyu2019re the ones keeping vital machinery running at all times. As an RME Technician, youu2019ll maintain a wide range of equipment and workspaces while upholding Health and Safety best practices. You'll help to keep your colleagues safe and prevent machine downtime. Our RME Technicians boost the availability and quality of our equipment and work to enhance the operational environment too.
Key job responsibilities
- Proactive and preventative maintenance tasks on a wide range of site equipment
- Carry out reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live distribution warehouse
- Use the latest tools to maximise equipment effectiveness
- Uphold all health and safety policies and practices
- Support the development and progression of on-site apprentices
- Work on continuous improvement projects and roll out best practices across a range of EU sites
A day in the life
Our RME Technicians are based on-site, so they can respond quickly to any machinery issues. Youu2019ll carry out a range of planned preventative maintenance to our sitesu2019 equipment to make sure itu2019s working safely. As an RME Technician, youu2019ll also respond promptly to breakdowns, investigating, finding, and implementing solutions as quickly as possible. Youu2019ll also make suggestions for long-term improvements.
Working alongside senior colleagues, youu2019ll undertake day-to-day maintenance tasks and will liaise with contractors if you need external expertise. Youu2019ll work on a range of shifts to make sure our sites are supported around the clock u2013 allowing Amazon to deliver at the speed weu2019re known for.
About the team
Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering or RME team keep our equipment performing at its best. We're a technically minded team, made up of excellent team players and guided by experienced leaders. We work together to maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment across our global network of fulfilment centres. Some of our people are leaders, who oversee the team as they work on exciting technology u2013 some of which only exists at Amazon.
From installing automated packaging systems to overseeing the general maintenance of a site to repairing key distribution equipment, our team handles most aspects of Amazonu2019s technical side. This includes keeping buildings legally compliant, so everyone is safe, and our sites are operating at maximum efficiency. There are lots of opportunities for progression, both within the RME team and more widely across Amazon.
Everything we do focuses on reducing downtime in Amazonu2019s crucial operations sites, so customers get their orders on time. We often work during early or late hours to carry out maintenance with minimal disruption, including night shifts. If we spot a better way to do something, we have the skills and the opportunity to develop and introduce completely new processes or cutting-edge tech like Amazon Robotics and our Complex Item Sorter.
Basic Qualifications
- Served a full Engineering indentured apprenticeship and/or qualified to a minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant Engineering subject
- Relevant experience as a qualified engineer
- Relevant experience working in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance
- Advanced proficiency in the local language verbally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications
Apprentice Trained, HNC, HND, BSc, BEng
Experience in condition-based monitoring
Experience working with print and apply machines
Experience in fault-finding and maintaining conveyor or automation systems
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Reliability Maintenance Engineer Technician, RME
Posted 3 days ago
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Job Description
The Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team at Amazon is fundamental to our operations - they're the ones keeping vital machinery running at all times. As an RME Technician, you'll maintain a wide range of equipment and workspaces while upholding Health and Safety best practices. You'll help to keep your colleagues safe and prevent machine downtime. Our RME Technicians boost the availability and quality of our equipment and work to enhance the operational environment too.
Key job responsibilities
- Proactive and preventative maintenance tasks on a wide range of site equipment
- Carry out reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live distribution warehouse
- Use the latest tools to maximise equipment effectiveness
- Uphold all health and safety policies and practices
- Support the development and progression of on-site apprentices
- Work on continuous improvement projects and roll out best practices across a range of EU sites
A day in the life
Our RME Technicians are based on-site, so they can respond quickly to any machinery issues. You'll carry out a range of planned preventative maintenance to our sites' equipment to make sure it's working safely. As an RME Technician, you'll also respond promptly to breakdowns, investigating, finding, and implementing solutions as quickly as possible. You'll also make suggestions for long-term improvements.
Working alongside senior colleagues, you'll undertake day-to-day maintenance tasks and will liaise with contractors if you need external expertise. You'll work on a range of shifts to make sure our sites are supported around the clock - allowing Amazon to deliver at the speed we're known for.
About the team
Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering or RME team keep our equipment performing at its best. We're a technically minded team, made up of excellent team players and guided by experienced leaders. We work together to maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment across our global network of fulfilment centres. Some of our people are leaders, who oversee the team as they work on exciting technology - some of which only exists at Amazon.
From installing automated packaging systems to overseeing the general maintenance of a site to repairing key distribution equipment, our team handles most aspects of Amazon's technical side. This includes keeping buildings legally compliant, so everyone is safe, and our sites are operating at maximum efficiency. There are lots of opportunities for progression, both within the RME team and more widely across Amazon.
Everything we do focuses on reducing downtime in Amazon's crucial operations sites, so customers get their orders on time. We often work during early or late hours to carry out maintenance with minimal disruption, including night shifts. If we spot a better way to do something, we have the skills and the opportunity to develop and introduce completely new processes or cutting-edge tech like Amazon Robotics and our Complex Item Sorter.
Basic Qualifications
- Served a full Engineering indentured apprenticeship and/or qualified to a minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant Engineering subject
- Relevant experience as a qualified engineer
- Relevant experience working in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance
- Advanced proficiency in the local language verbally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications
· Apprentice Trained, HNC, HND, BSc, BEng
· Experience in condition-based monitoring
· Experience working with print and apply machines
· Experience in fault-finding and maintaining conveyor or automation systems
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Maintenance Engineer
Posted 1 day ago
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Multi-Skilled Engineer - Electrical Bias
Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more)
Shift Pattern: Panama shift pattern (12 hour shifts - days & nights)
Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure!
In this hands-on role, you’ll support the smooth running of the site by delivering both reactive and planned maintenance across a range of production and ancillary equipment. You’ll work closely with production teams to minimise downtime, carry out root cause analysis, and implement improvements to support overall efficiency. You’ll also take ownership of maintenance records, create PPM schedules, and ensure all data is accurately captured and reported in a timely manner. As a key point of contact for contractors, you’ll oversee safe systems of work and ensure all documentation is in place. With a strong focus on health, safety, and food quality standards, you’ll play an active role in identifying risks, improving processes, and supporting operator training to build equipment knowledge across the team.
What’s in it for you?
We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer:
Annual salary of up to £52000 depending on experience.
Annual bonus scheme, with an excellent track record of over achievement.
Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.
KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme
KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools
What will you be doing?
Deliver hands-on maintenance and repairs across a variety of production and site equipment to keep operations running smoothly.
Tackle the challenge of reducing downtime through effective fault-finding, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate closely with production teams and contractors to ensure safe, efficient, and aligned ways of working.
Drive real impact by maintaining high standards in health, safety, and food quality, helping safeguard both people and product.
Build your technical expertise by developing PPM schedules, maintaining accurate records, and supporting knowledge-sharing across teams.
Who are we?
Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies.
Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together.
Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout.
We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:
Bring your knowledge of food manufacturing environments to a team where your experience will be highly valued.
Use your strong communication and problem-solving skills to positively influence outcomes and support team success.
Apply your hands-on engineering background with a minimum of Level 3 in electrical engineering with multi-skilled capability.
While additional qualifications or broader experience are a plus, we welcome applicants with the core requirements and a readiness to grow.
If you’re enthusiastic, committed, and driven to succeed, you’ll thrive in our culture that champions ownership, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
#CVL #LI-SC1 #LI-Onsite
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Maintenance Engineer
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Maintenance Engineer
Shift Pattern: 4 on off, PM Shift 2PM-11PM
Location: West Bromwich
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About Us
Join 2 Sisters Food Group , one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.
About the Role
As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be working closely with the Engineering Team and carry out daily electrical maintenance activities ensuring work is carried out in line with appropriate Health & Safety instructions and site policies.
Key Responsibilities
- You will be required to carry out daily electrical maintenance on machinery and production equipment
- Ensure the work is carried out in accordance with Health and Safety Regulations using Safe Systems of Work
- Working within a fast-paced environment, covering afternoon shifts as well as covering all the electrical engineering maintenance
About You
You will have qualifications either at NVQ / HNC or City & Guilds Level in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Maintenance. Alternatively, we will also consider applicants who have completed their apprenticeships scheme in electrical engineering.
Key Skills
- Experience in electrical maintenance
- Must have a good understanding of electrical fault finding
- Ability to read electrical drawings
- 17th Edition Electrical installation
- Excellent communication skills
This is a permanent role based at our site UK Poultry - Amber site in West Bromwich, Monday to Friday 2pm - 11pm.
Benefits
- Company pension scheme with Legal & General or NEST pension
- Death in service benefit, optional - linked to membership of L&G pension
- Company sick pay - after qualifying period
- Free onsite parking
- Exclusive 2 Sisters employee discount platform available via an app offering savings of up to 60% with brands including Asda, Morrisons, Marks and Spencer and Tesco.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Wisdom wellbeing app
- Grocery Aid - employees access to counselling
Why Join Us?
As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.
#poultry01
Maintenance Engineer
Posted 1 day ago
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Multi-Skilled Engineer - Electrical Bias
Ashby de la Zouch (Home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders, Nik Naks and more)
Shift Pattern: Panama shift pattern (12 hour shifts - days & nights)
Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure!
In this hands-on role, you’ll support the smooth running of the site by delivering both reactive and planned maintenance across a range of production and ancillary equipment. You’ll work closely with production teams to minimise downtime, carry out root cause analysis, and implement improvements to support overall efficiency. You’ll also take ownership of maintenance records, create PPM schedules, and ensure all data is accurately captured and reported in a timely manner. As a key point of contact for contractors, you’ll oversee safe systems of work and ensure all documentation is in place. With a strong focus on health, safety, and food quality standards, you’ll play an active role in identifying risks, improving processes, and supporting operator training to build equipment knowledge across the team.
What’s in it for you?
We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer:
Annual salary of up to £52000 depending on experience.
Annual bonus scheme, with an excellent track record of over achievement.
Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.
KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme
KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools
What will you be doing?
Deliver hands-on maintenance and repairs across a variety of production and site equipment to keep operations running smoothly.
Tackle the challenge of reducing downtime through effective fault-finding, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate closely with production teams and contractors to ensure safe, efficient, and aligned ways of working.
Drive real impact by maintaining high standards in health, safety, and food quality, helping safeguard both people and product.
Build your technical expertise by developing PPM schedules, maintaining accurate records, and supporting knowledge-sharing across teams.
Who are we?
Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies.
Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together.
Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout.
We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:
Bring your knowledge of food manufacturing environments to a team where your experience will be highly valued.
Use your strong communication and problem-solving skills to positively influence outcomes and support team success.
Apply your hands-on engineering background with a minimum of Level 3 in electrical engineering with multi-skilled capability.
While additional qualifications or broader experience are a plus, we welcome applicants with the core requirements and a readiness to grow.
If you’re enthusiastic, committed, and driven to succeed, you’ll thrive in our culture that champions ownership, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
#CVL #LI-SC1 #LI-Onsite
Maintenance Engineer
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Maintenance Engineer
Salary: £45,000 - £7,000
Shift: Panama Days and Nights
Location: Thorndon, Suffolk
I'm currently recruiting two maintenance engineers for an FMCG manufacturing company to join their engineering department in a busy, high-speed, state-of-the-art factory. The successful maintenance engineers will be joining a company currently undergoing a period of expansion. The duties of the maintenance engineers will include carrying out PPMs, attending to breakdowns, and taking part in engineering projects such as CI and RCA initiatives.
Skills required for the Maintenance Engineer:
- Either Mechanical or Electrical Bias
- Must have a minimum Level 3 engineering qualification
- Industrial Background
- Ability to carry out planned preventative maintenance effectively
- Able to quickly diagnose and resolve breakdowns under pressure.
The Maintenance Engineer will benefit from:
- Company Benefits Package for all Maintenance engineers
- Personal Training and Development
- Career development Opportunities
- Overtime Available for Engineers
If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Salma Mousrij at Pioneer Selection.
As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.
You will receive £ 0 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.