Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Aqumen Recruitment

Posted 16 days ago, valid for 6 days

Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire YO258BQ, England

Competitive

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

The position is for a Part-Time Maintenance Engineer with a mechanical bias located in Driffield, YO25.
The role offers a salary of £24,000 per annum along with a pension, wellness app, and employee benefits scheme.
Candidates should have a strong mechanical engineering background with relevant experience in manufacturing, preferably in the food or FMCG sector.
The job requires a practical and hands-on approach, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with management.
The work schedule consists of 22.5 hours per week on a rotating basis, including bank holidays.

Job description

Part-Time Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical Bias

Location: Driffield, YO25Pay: £24000 per annum + Pension, Wellness App, Employee Benefits SchemeHours: 22.5 per week (Mon–Wed /Wed–Fri, 8:30am–4:15pm on rotating basis)

Are you a hands-on mechanical engineer looking for a part-time role in a fast-paced food production environment?

We’re recruiting on behalf of a successful food manufacturer in Driffield, who is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a part-time rotating schedule. This role is ideal for someone with previous FMCG or food factory experience who enjoys being on the tools and solving problems quickly and effectively.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Perform hands-on mechanical maintenance and repairs across production machinery and plant systems.
Follow and help improve the site's maintenance schedule and processes.
Work closely with production staff to support efficient output and reduce downtime.
Conduct preventative maintenance and fault diagnosis.
Assist in training machine users on basic troubleshooting.
Ensure all machinery and drainage systems are in safe and working order.
Work independently but communicate clearly with management regarding site priorities.

What We're Looking For:

Strong mechanical engineering background with relevant experience in manufacturing (food/FMCG preferred).
Practical, hands-on approach and a can-do attitude.
Confident working solo and solving real-time issues on the factory floor.
Flexible to work on a rotating part-time schedule.
Reliable, safety-conscious, and great at communicating.

Working Pattern:

Week 1: Mon–Wed, 8:30am–4:15pm
Week 2: Wed–Fri, 8:30am–4:15pm
22.5 hours per week on rotation
Includes bank holidays.

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