Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer
Location: Leek, Staffordshire
Hours: 40 hours per week, rotating shifts (06:00 - 14:00 & 14:00 - 22:00)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

Hawk3 Talent Solutions are currently recruiting for a maintenance engineer to join our FMCG client in Leek, Staffordshire. This is your chance to be part of a forward thinking team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and a culture built on trust and integrity. If you're a multi-skilled engineer with a passion for problem-solving and driving improvements, this role offers the perfect opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic environment where every contribution counts.

Role Overview:
As part of a small, close knit team, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the company's production equipment and facilities. This is a varied and hands-on role, combining reactive breakdown repairs, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and project work. With ongoing expansion, you'll play a crucial part in supporting the company’s growth and the installation of new equipment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair production equipment to ensure smooth operations.
• Carry out preventative maintenance schedules to improve equipment reliability.
• Resolve technical issues and troubleshoot breakdowns promptly.
• Order spare parts and ensure stock levels are managed.
• Assist in the installation of new equipment and improvements to processes.
• Ensure the highest standards of hygiene and housekeeping across the factory.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.

Person Specification:
You will have a multi-skilled apprenticeship and a Level 3 qualification in Electrical/Mechanical engineering, with FMCG experience. You will be confident with troubleshooting, fault-finding, and diagnostics, alongside excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable Skills:

• Experience with HVAC, food manufacture, sachet machines, conveyors, and PLC programming.
• Background in continuous improvement or lean practices.
• Experience with CHP, boilers, and project management.

Personal Attributes:

• A team player who can also work independently when required.
• Strong attention to detail and a logical approach to problem-solving.
• A friendly and proactive personality with a willingness to mentor and supervise apprentices.

Why Join?

• Competitive Salary: £40,000 - £45,000, with room for growth.
• Holiday entitlement: Enjoy 25 days holiday plus all statutory bank holidays.
• Shifts: Monday-Friday rotational shift (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM).

The Interview Process:
The process will be a multi-phase interview, starting with an initial discussion via Teams with the Engineering Manager. From there, you may meet with the Head of Operations and other key stakeholders.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, be part of an ambitious team, and help shape the future of this thriving company, apply now!
Closing date 30th April 2026
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