Maintenance Engineer
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Bridport, Dorset Salary: £44,000
£46,000 PA + Bonuses Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: Panama Shifts (2-2-3 pattern) We are seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong mechanical background to join a high-performing maintenance team in a food production environment in Bridport This is an ideal opportunity for someone with food industry maintenance experience who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on setting. The role focuses primarily on mechanical fault finding, repairs, and preventative maintenance , but a working knowledge of electrical systems (including 3-phase and high voltage) is essential.
Key Responsibilities: Perform planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across production and packaging equipment Troubleshoot mechanical issues on pumps, conveyors, mixers, and other production machinery Support electrical maintenance tasks when needed, including fault finding on control panels and circuits Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly service checks and keep detailed maintenance records Participate in site project work and contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with site Health & Safety, food safety (FSSC22000), and company procedures Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and optimise energy usage Ideal Candidate: Strong mechanical maintenance background, ideally in dairy or food production Knowledge of electrical maintenance and fault finding Understanding of 3-phase systems and high voltage equipment (desirable) Proven experience in a production/manufacturing setting Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, team-oriented attitude Comfortable working on a Panama shift pattern Whats in it for you? Competitive salary with regular performance-based increases Annual bonus based on personal and business performance 25 days holiday + bank holidays Excellent pension scheme Extensive wellbeing and health benefits (private medical, dental, optical, gym discounts, etc.) Safety recognition awards Comprehensive on-the-job training and long-term career support
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Category:
- Engineering
