Maintenance Engineer (Leicester)

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Engineer

Location: Leicester

Salary: up to 48,535 per annum

Job Type: Permanent

The Role

Our client is currently looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer, they are a market leading manufacturer of ambient food. The successful candidate should ensure equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and a safe working environment as well as be able to maintain minimum downtime to ensure production is efficient. My client operates a 4-on-4-off days/nights shift pattern (6:00-18:00/18:00-6:00) interchangeably.

Duties and responsibilities:

• To handle electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and environmental aspects
• To oversee installation, maintenance, and commissioning of machinery whilst maintaining a close collaboration with production and other departments.
• To be able to maintain the cleanliness of site by adhering to routine engineers' toolbox checks.
• To identify opportunities for improvement in equipment performance and reliability.
• To be able to utilise CMMS system effectively for recording and fault resolution.
• To develop contingency plans for electrical system failures and to contribute to the development of emergency response procedures.

The Candidate

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering field.
• Ideally a proven track record in a similar role in food manufacturing/FMCG.
• Familiarity with PLC systems and automation technology is advantageous.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards and regulations.
• Exceptional diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices.