Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

£42,000

Wigan

06:00 - 14:00 (weeks 1&2) / 14:00 - 22:00 (weeks 3&4) / 22:00 - 06:00 (week 5)

Overtime is paid in addition to basic salary.

gap technical are looking for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join our clients team at a leading food manufacturing site. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of machinery, utilities, and site services while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and hygiene.

Performance Objectives

• Perform reactive maintenance to minimize production downtime.
• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on mechanical and electrical equipment (if competent).
• Maintain site utilities, buildings, and support services, ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards.
• Support the installation, commissioning, and testing of new equipment.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless communication and minimize disruption.
• Ensure that all work meets Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Hygiene standards.

Person Specification

• HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in a similar engineering role at a competent level.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety and food safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and a collaborative approach to tasks.

Closing Date: 10/10/2026

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