Maintenance Engineer
CV-LibraryStevenage, HertfordshirepermanentPosted: 27 July 2026
Apply NowAlexander Steele Recruitment are working with an established food manufacturing business based in Hertfordshire, who are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team.
This is a hands-on role, responsible for maintaining plant and equipment to a high standard, minimising downtime and supporting a safe, efficient production environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across production and packaging equipment
* Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults quickly to minimise production downtime
* Ensure all work is carried out in line with food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
* Support installation, commissioning and improvement of plant machinery
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete documentation in line with company procedures
* Work closely with production teams to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
* Ensure spare parts and stock levels are managed effectively to support ongoing maintenance needs
* Respond to breakdowns promptly, working to resolve issues in a safe and timely manner
On Offer
* £52,974.66 p.a.
* Rotating shifts: Mon-Thurs 6am-3.15pm / Fri 6am-2.15pm, and Mon-Thurs 12.45pm-10pm / Fri 1.45pm-10pm
* 33 days annual leave
* Opportunity to join an established food manufacturing business
If this role is of interest then please apply with your most up to date CV and I will be in touch
This is a hands-on role, responsible for maintaining plant and equipment to a high standard, minimising downtime and supporting a safe, efficient production environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across production and packaging equipment
* Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults quickly to minimise production downtime
* Ensure all work is carried out in line with food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
* Support installation, commissioning and improvement of plant machinery
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete documentation in line with company procedures
* Work closely with production teams to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
* Ensure spare parts and stock levels are managed effectively to support ongoing maintenance needs
* Respond to breakdowns promptly, working to resolve issues in a safe and timely manner
On Offer
* £52,974.66 p.a.
* Rotating shifts: Mon-Thurs 6am-3.15pm / Fri 6am-2.15pm, and Mon-Thurs 12.45pm-10pm / Fri 1.45pm-10pm
* 33 days annual leave
* Opportunity to join an established food manufacturing business
If this role is of interest then please apply with your most up to date CV and I will be in touch