Maintenance Engineer
Location: Harlow, Essex
Salary: Circa £32,000, negotiable depending on experience and qualifications
Our client who specialise in food manufacturing are looking to recruit an Apprentice or Mechanical Engineering Graduate into a Maintenance Engineer role. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience maintaining production and packaging machinery while developing skills across mechanical and electrical engineering.
You will work alongside the existing team, carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance across the site, including industrial presses and conveyor systems. The role offers practical training, opportunities to develop your technical skills and potential for future career progression.
Applications are also welcome from candidates with previous maintenance experience or additional engineering qualifications, with salary negotiable accordingly.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on production and packaging machinery
Assist with diagnosing faults and resolving breakdowns to minimise production downtime
Maintain industrial presses, conveyor systems and associated equipment
Support the day-to-day maintenance of machinery and the wider site
Follow maintenance schedules and manufacturer recommendations
Complete machinery start-up checks and ensure procedures are followed
Assist with equipment checks and calibration
Work closely with production teams to prioritise repairs and minimise disruption
Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
Follow health and safety procedures and food manufacturing hygiene standards
Requirements
Apprentice, graduate or qualified candidate in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
Strong interest in developing a career in maintenance engineering
Good understanding of mechanical engineering principles
Practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving
Willingness to learn electrical fault-finding and maintenance
Proactive attitude and eagerness to develop new skills
Understanding of health and safety within an engineering or manufacturin...
Graduate Maintenance Engineer in Harlow employer: Bennett And Game Recruitment
Join a well-established engineering business in Sheffield that values innovation and collaboration, making it an excellent employer for Mechanical Design Engineers. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, while enjoying a supportive work culture that encourages teamwork and creativity. The company's commitment to quality and client satisfaction ensures that your contributions will be meaningful and impactful.
Contact Details:
Bennett And Game Recruitment Recruitment Team
