Maintenance Engineer (MK)

Northampton Business Directory; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Milton Keynes is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure smooth operations through effective maintenance. This role requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, with a competitive salary of up to £53,000 per year. You will perform both planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of equipment and collaborate closely with production teams. The company values ongoing training and career development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career development

Ongoing training

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance, ideally in food production or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and continuous improvement/PPM practices.
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset to keep production running efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC systems quickly to minimise downtime.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) to avoid breakdowns.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

PLC systems

Problem-solving mindset

Education

BTEC/ONC in Electrical Engineering

Time-served apprenticeship/HNC

Job description

Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Dunstable, Milton Keynes, Luton, Bedford, Leighton Buzzard, Buckingham, Northampton

Shift: 4 on, 4 off – Days & Nights

Salary: Up to £53,000 per year

Are you a hands‑on Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for your next challenge? Join a well‑established food production company in Milton Keynes and play a key role in keeping their high‑performance operations running smoothly.

What the Role Involves

• Carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance on a range of production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC systems quickly to minimise downtime.
• Work with pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, valves, ovens, mixers, pressure systems, and refrigeration.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) to avoid breakdowns.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure smooth, uninterrupted operations.

What We're Looking For

• Strong experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance, ideally in food production or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and continuous improvement/PPM practices.
• Qualifications such as BTEC/ONC in Electrical Engineering or a time‑served apprenticeship/HNC in electrical, mechanical, or production maintenance.
• A proactive, problem‑solving mindset to keep production running efficiently.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career development and ongoing training.
• Work with modern technologies in a supportive team environment.
• Be part of a company that values operational excellence and innovation.

Who Should Apply?

If you're a Maintenance Engineer, Technician, or a skilled professional looking for a fresh challenge where your work makes a real impact, we want to hear from you!