Lead Maintenance Engineer in Colchester

Bulk™ is on an incredible journey, with a mission to move the business from a manufacturing‑led retailer to a destination brand for active nutrition. We are shaking up the sports nutrition industry through disruptive marketing campaigns that help people think differently about our brand – and we want you to be a part of it!

In a Nutshell

Reporting into the UK Manufacturing and Global Development Manager, with Health and Safety at the forefront of everything you do, you will be responsible for the continuity of the Manufacturing operation through the reliability of all assets. You will be expected to be proactive in your approach to maintenance, building a bottom‑up PPM programme and ensuring the relevant spares inventory are available. This is an opportunity for an ambitious, driven and organised individual. You’ll gain the opportunity to implement and drive change, whilst ‘putting your stamp’ on Bulk Engineering and creating something that is your own.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Implementing an exemplary PPM programme for the Bulk manufacturing maintenance process.
• Upkeep of a CMMS to track and monitor the efficiency of our existing systems and processes, whilst considering where we can make improvements and implement them.
• Involvement in multiple projects across the site.
• Controlling spare parts inventory when required by the business.
• Managing and coordinating with external contractors on specific projects.
• Involvement in project management for the implementation of new processes and machinery.
• Conscious management of the Engineering budget to ensure we remain within our forecast.
• Suggesting process improvements when needed in times of high demand.
• Effective communication throughout the team when handling new or existing projects.
• Conducting root cause analysis investigations and providing suggestions on how to mitigate risks.
• Understanding equipment reliability regulations and actioning reasonable causes for concern as and when needed throughout the site.

What Are We Looking For?

• Previous experience working in the FMCG industry or a similar business handling manufacturing machinery.
• Knowledge of QRmaint or CMMS programmes.
• A bachelor’s degree (BEng or MEng) in Mechanical Engineering would be desirable.
• Significant experience handling manufacturing machinery for a similar business.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously when needed.
• Highly organised and capable of delegating instructions effectively.
• Drive to push Bulk to becoming an industry leader in the manufacturing area.
• An honest and transparent individual with strong communication skills.
• A genuine team player, who likes to focus on their own development along with their teams.

What Are the Gains?

• A day off to celebrate your birthday.
• PerkBox subscription.
• 60% discount on all Bulk™ products.
• Teammate pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Medicash.
• A day off for volunteering (optional).
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave.
• Bulk™ pantry.
• Happy Hour drinks fridge (Thursdays & Fridays).

Location: Colchester, UK

Our Commitment

Bulk™ is a place where employees have a voice that is fundamental to our success as a business. Building a diverse and inclusive team enables us to reach and connect with our global customers, from developing delicious recipes to how our brand is built and perceived. Regardless of age, disability, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, education, neurodiversity or any protected characteristic, if you are a passionate risk‑taker and eager to make a difference in sports nutrition, we want to hear from you. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer.

Privacy

Bulk™ takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application for this role. When you apply, we shall process your details for this vacancy only and we will not pass your details onto a third party. We may contact you by email, text or telephone about the progress of your application. This processing is conducted lawfully on the basis of legitimate interests.