Contract Maintenance Engineer

Temp Contract Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Leek, Staffordshire

4 Weeks +   

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. The role is responsible for delivering site-wide maintenance support, ensuring minimal downtime, and maintaining compliance with health and safety standards.

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across a wide range of equipment
Respond to breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimize production downtime
Support site engineering projects, upgrades, and continuous improvement activities
Maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems across the production site
Work closely with production and engineering teams to identify and resolve technical issues
Ensure all work is carried out in line with site health, safety, and hygiene standards
Maintain accurate maintenance records and shift handovers

Skills & Experience

Time-served engineer with a recognised mechanical and/or electrical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
Proven experience in a food, FMCG, or similar fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Ability to work independently on nights and manage priorities efficiently
Excellent understanding of health and safety practices in a manufacturing setting
Experience with PLC fault finding (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.)
Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards

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