At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep production running smoothly by diagnosing and repairing equipment in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Thrive Group, a dynamic team supporting growth in engineering.
- Benefits: Earn £54,000, enjoy a company pension, and benefit from employee discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy a rotating shift pattern with excellent work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a vital role within the FMCG industry.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified maintenance engineer with strong electrical and mechanical skills.
Thrive Group are delighted to be working with our client in Shepton Mallet who is actively looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer to join the team on a permanent basis.
What you will be doing:
- Working in a fast-paced FMCG factory environment, we are seeking a Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to help keep our production running efficiently and reliably and support growth of the engineering team.
- Diagnose and repair production and process equipment across all sites.
- Carry out electrical and mechanical maintenance including wiring, fault finding, and system repairs.
- Work with PLCs, inverters, heating elements, servo motors, contactors, overloads, sensors (inductive, reed, proximity), and more.
- Perform mechanical repairs on conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, shafts, tensioners, bearings, etc.
- Maintain a range of equipment including high-speed packing machines, fillers, pasteurisers, printers, boxing machines, and inspection systems.
- Record breakdowns and maintenance activities clearly and accurately.
- Execute and improve pre-planned maintenance (PPM) to reduce downtime and support OEE targets.
- Contribute to ongoing performance improvements and engineering projects.
What you will need to succeed:
- Fully qualified maintenance engineer (ideally time-served, with City & Guilds / HNC / HND).
- Strong electrical experience is essential.
- Working knowledge of PLC systems and automated equipment.
- Mechanical experience with conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and more.
- FMCG or food & beverage manufacturing background preferred.
- Additional skills like turning, milling, or welding are advantageous.
What you will receive in return:
- £54,000 per annum
- 4 on / 4 off rotating shift: 12-hour shifts (6-6) - 2 days on, followed by 2 nights on
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
What you need to do next:
If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please email sarah.elliott@thrivegroup.co.uk or contact me on 01225 632666 to discuss further.
Thrive group are acting as an Employment Agency with respect to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Maintenance Engineer employer: Thrive Group
Thrive Group is an exceptional employer located in Shepton Mallet, offering a dynamic work environment within a fast-paced FMCG factory. Employees benefit from a competitive salary of £54,000 per annum, a comprehensive company pension, and additional perks such as a cycle to work scheme and life insurance. With a strong focus on employee growth and performance improvement, Thrive Group fosters a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and skill development, making it an ideal place for Maintenance Engineers looking to advance their careers.
