Maintenance Engineer

Farrow & Ball Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury British lifestyle brand is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure smooth operation of production equipment. This full-time role is based in Wimborne, requiring strong electrical and mechanical skills. You will respond to breakdowns, perform scheduled repairs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Join a high-performing team dedicated to excellence in manufacturing.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave

Annual salary reviews

Generous staff discount

Qualifications

• Time-served Electrician with proven track record in fault diagnosis and repair.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Curious and innovative mindset—always seeking smarter ways to work.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and carry out scheduled repairs.
• Execute improvement works aligned with production schedules.
• Uphold all health and safety standards.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Clear communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Agility CMMS

Job description

Overview

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Farrow & Ball – Maintenance Engineer, Wimborne (40 hours per week)

We are currently looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our Engineering team based at our manufacturing site in Wimborne, Dorset. The role is permanent and full time, with most hours between 7.30am - 4pm Monday to Friday; there may be occasionally required work outside these hours.

Farrow & Ball is a luxury British lifestyle brand that produces richly pigmented paint and handcrafted wallpaper, using traditional print methods and high-quality ingredients.

The Farrow & Ball look transforms homes, and we have grown to 60 showrooms worldwide with a global network of stockists.

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our high-performing team. You’ll play a key role in keeping production equipment running smoothly, responding to breakdowns, and driving continuous improvement across our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and carry out scheduled repairs and planned maintenance
• Execute improvement works aligned with business needs and production schedules
• Prioritise tasks effectively, balancing reactive and proactive maintenance
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels, flagging shortages as needed
• Use Agility CMMS to log accurate asset history and maintenance records
• Collaborate with the wider team to meet and exceed KPI targets
• Ensure all production machinery is kept in optimal working condition
• Identify faults and suggest improvements to enhance equipment reliability
• Deliver a consistently high level of service to internal stakeholders
• Review and refine preventative maintenance schedules based on hands-on experience
• Uphold all health and safety standards and company procedures

Key Attributes & Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• Time-served Electrician with a proven track record in fault diagnosis and repair
• Strong electrical fault-finding skills and solid mechanical aptitude
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
• Clear communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Personally accountable, cooperative, and committed to excellence
• Curious and innovative mindset—always seeking smarter ways to work
• Honest, respectful, and a true team player

What you can expect from us

• 25 days’ annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus bank holidays
• Annual salary reviews, based on individual performance
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Generous staff discount on Farrow & Ball products
• Access to our retail discounts platform
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support
• Health Cash Plan
• Company Sick Pay
• Group Pension Scheme, matched by Farrow & Ball
• Life Assurance
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loans for travel

Equality, diversity and inclusion (DEI) is integral to who we are. We value diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an environment where differences are respected and everyone can be themselves. We welcome applications from all and can provide reasonable adjustments during the application process upon request.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering, General Business, and Manufacturing